Richland Parish
Ecosystem Overview
The Richland Parish ecosystem supports 31 documented wildlife species across 30 taxonomic genera. Located in richland parish, louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Rayville, Richland Parish hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 1 richland parish County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 31 total documented species.
Fulica americana
American Coot
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Chalybion californicum
Libellula vibrans
Great Blue Skimmer
Tramea carolina
Carolina Saddlebags
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Asterocampa celtis
Hackberry Emperor
Nathalis iole
Dainty Sulphur
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Mycteria americana
Wood Stork
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Passiflora incarnata
maypop
Verbena brasiliensis
Brazilian vervain
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
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Regional Wildlife Network
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