Port Sulphur
Ecosystem Overview
The Port Sulphur ecosystem supports 6 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in plaquemines parish, louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Plaquemines Parish nearby has 94% more documented species, Port Sulphur offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 5 plaquemines parish County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 6 total documented species.
Estigmene acrea
Saltmarsh Caterpillar
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Lanius ludovicianus
Loggerhead Shrike
Cyperus esculentus
edible cyperus
Tyrannus forficatus
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 6 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Port Sulphur. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Port Sulphur. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Plaquemines Parish
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Port Sulphur. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (7 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Port Sulphurwithin Plaquemines Parish's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.