Plains Bison in Louisiana
The plains bison (Bison bison) once ranged far beyond the Great Plains, including parts of what is now Louisiana. Prior to European settlement, bison occupied open grasslands, prairie margins, and…
Category: Mammals
White-tailed Deer in Louisiana
The white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) is one of the most widespread and ecologically adaptable native mammals in Louisiana. Present throughout the region long before European arrival, white-tailed deer occupied a…
Mammals of Louisiana
Louisiana’s mammals reflect the state’s diverse landscapes, shaped by rivers, floodplains, forests, prairies, and coastal environments. Prior to sustained European settlement, a wide range of native mammal species occupied habitats…
Black Bears in Louisiana
The American black bear (Ursus americanus) is the largest native terrestrial mammal historically found in Louisiana. Prior to sustained European settlement, black bears occupied extensive forested habitats across the state,…