Pascagoula
Ecosystem Overview
The Pascagoula ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in jackson county, mississippi, 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. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 jackson county 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 100 total documented species.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Lanius ludovicianus
Loggerhead Shrike
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Estigmene acrea
Saltmarsh Caterpillar
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Rynchops niger
black skimmer
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Solanum sisymbriifolium
Sticky nightshade
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Xylocopa micans
Polistes bellicosus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jackson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pascagoula. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pascagoulawithin Jackson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.