| Situated in and around Louisiana is a string of | | | | numerous varieties of shrubs, bushes, trees and |
| swamplands, which are home to some of the most | | | | flowers, interspersed within the moss-covered waters |
| versatile groupings of wildlife in the country. This | | | | of the swamp. |
| Southern locale is also just as well-known for its | | | | There are other states that also have swamp lands, |
| musical heritage, amazing food and mysterious bayous, | | | | but none captures the sheer beauty and essence of |
| all of which make it one of the ideal destinations for | | | | these natural habitats quite like the Louisiana swamp |
| travelers looking for some excitement amongst a | | | | lands. |
| beautiful, natural setting. | | | | Legends of the Louisiana Swamps |
| Included in the wildlife found within the Louisiana | | | | In addition, many people find themselves drawn to the |
| swamp land are the American Alligator, the American | | | | state from the lore and mystery surrounding the bayou |
| Black Bear, a host of various snake species, fish, birds | | | | areas. Some of this comes from the mystery of the |
| and more. In fact, Martin Lake, which is part of the | | | | state as a whole, generated by the French-Creole |
| wildlife preserve found in portions of the Louisiana | | | | inhabitants who incorporated their unusual ceremonies |
| swamp land, is home to ibis, egrets, herons, water | | | | and beliefs into many areas of the state. This is the |
| moccasins, cottonmouths, coypu rats and more. | | | | place where funerals are cause for a parade, |
| Swampland Wild Life | | | | complete with a jazz band, and a celebration. The |
| Wildlife aficionados often travel to this state to get an | | | | place where religions have become intermingled and |
| up-close glimpse of many of these animals in their | | | | the landscapes have appeared so haunting and |
| natural habitats, while taking in the scenic beauty of the | | | | mysterious for so long, that more mystery writers |
| swamp land and all of its various inlets and unique | | | | have called Louisiana home than just about anywhere |
| characteristics. In addition to the wildlife, there are | | | | else in the country. |