Houma
Ecosystem Overview
The Houma ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in terrebonne 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 Terrebonne Parish nearby has 90% more documented species, Houma offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 terrebonne 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 10 total documented species.
Coragyps atratus
Black Vulture
Euphorbia prostrata
prostrate sandmat
Lantana strigocamara
lantana
Clogmia albipunctatus
Drain fly
Chauliodes rastricornis
Spring Fishfly
Acanthocephala declivis
Passerina ciris
Painted Bunting
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Pleopeltis michauxiana
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Terrebonne Parish
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Houma. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Houmawithin Terrebonne Parish's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.