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The Mobile-Tensaw Delta, a vibrant and lush expanse of cypress swamps, marshlands, and rivers, is one of Alabama’s most stunning natural wonders.
Spanning over 400 square miles, this diverse ecosystem is home to more aquatic species than nearly anywhere else in North America.
But beyond its beauty, the delta plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of Alabama’s waterways and the Gulf of Mexico.
As climate change and development pressures mount, conservationists are stepping up efforts to protect this precious environment.
A Natural Haven Under Threat
For lifelong residents like 77-year-old Lucy Hollings, known as “Ms. Pie,” the delta is more than just a place—it’s home.
Hollings has spent her entire life in the delta, swimming its rivers, fishing its waters, and cherishing its natural beauty.
But the delta is facing increasing threats from logging, development, and climate change.