Chalmette
Ecosystem Overview
The Chalmette ecosystem supports 30 documented wildlife species across 30 taxonomic genera. Located in saint bernard parish, louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Saint Bernard Parish nearby has 62% more documented species, Chalmette offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 saint bernard parish County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 30 total documented species.
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Plecia nearctica
Tillandsia usneoides
Spanish Moss
Oenothera speciosa
white evening-primrose
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Cycloneda sanguinea
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Polistes exclamans
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Dichromorpha viridis
Short-winged Green Grasshopper
Cisseps fulvicollis
Yellow-Collared Scape Moth
Zelus longipes
Milkweed Assassin Bug
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Myiarchus tyrannulus
Brown-crested Flycatcher
Crotophaga sulcirostris
Groove-billed Ani
Zephyranthes citrina
Quercus virginiana
Southern Live Oak
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Cirsium horridulum
Bristly Thistle
Mazus pumilus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Saint Bernard Parish
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chalmette. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chalmettewithin Saint Bernard Parish's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.