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Talisheek Pine Wetlands Preserve

What makes this preserve unique?
Talisheek Pine Wetlands Preserve supports the largest tract of intact pine wetland in southeast Louisiana. Numerous rare plant and animal species have been detected thus far including the federally threatened gopher tortoise and state-rare mud salamander. Additional inventories will undoubtedly uncover more surprises at this exceptional site. This preserve is not open for public visitation.

Location
St. Tammany Parish

Size
1,500 acres

What the Conservancy Has Done/Is Doing
The Nature Conservancy of Louisiana is working to restore the pine savannas in order to better support the variety of animals living on the preserve. The Conservancy is removing offsite pine, restoring the natural hydrology and using prescribed burns to restore the pine savanna.