Moss Point
Ecosystem Overview
The Moss Point ecosystem supports 96 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in jackson county, mississippi, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 20 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pascagoula nearby has 4% more documented species, Moss Point offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 jackson county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 96 total documented species.
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Oxalis debilis
Pink woodsorrel
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Narcissus papyraceus
Paperwhite narcissus
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Sonchus asper
Rough Sowthistle
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Osmunda spectabilis
American Royal Fern
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Cottonmouth
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Magnolia grandiflora
Evergreen Magnolia
Libellula vibrans
Great Blue Skimmer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jackson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Moss Point. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Moss Pointwithin Jackson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.