Queen Bess Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Queen Bess Island ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson parish, louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Metairie nearby has 84% more documented species, Queen Bess Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 12 jefferson parish County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Haematopus palliatus
American Oystercatcher
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
Trifolium resupinatum
Reversed Clover
Thalasseus maximus
Royal Tern
Krigia cespitosa
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson Parish
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Queen Bess Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Queen Bess Islandwithin Jefferson Parish's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.