Mandeville
Ecosystem Overview
The Mandeville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in st. tammany parish, louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Slidell, Mandeville hosts 809% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 13 st. tammany parish County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Nerodia cyclopion
Mississippi Green Watersnake
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Tyrannus tyrannus
Eastern Kingbird
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Vireo griseus
White-eyed Vireo
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in St. Tammany Parish
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mandeville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mandevillewithin St. Tammany Parish's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.