Grassland birding habitat

Forever Wild Field Trial Area

Alabama · Southeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Forever Wild Field Trial Area is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Mallard, Mourning Dove, and Pied-billed Grebe among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/17/2026Greene County Rd. 48 Catfish Ponds6 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

7/11/2026Greene County Rd. 48 Catfish Ponds1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

7/11/2026Forever Wild Field Trial Area1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/11/2026Forever Wild Field Trial Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

27/11/2026

Rock Pigeon

17/11/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

127/11/2026

Mourning Dove

107/11/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/11/2026

Killdeer

307/11/2026

Least Sandpiper

57/11/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/11/2026

White Ibis

87/11/2026

Green Heron

77/11/2026

Great Egret

127/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

47/11/2026

Black Vulture

27/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

77/11/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

17/11/2026

Mississippi Kite

67/11/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

37/11/2026

Eastern Kingbird

117/11/2026

Fish Crow

27/11/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Forever Wild Field Trial Area for birding?
The best months to visit Forever Wild Field Trial Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Forever Wild Field Trial Area?
Notable species at Forever Wild Field Trial Area include Mallard, Mourning Dove, Pied-billed Grebe, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Egret. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Forever Wild Field Trial Area?
Birding at Forever Wild Field Trial Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Forever Wild Field Trial Area?
Forever Wild Field Trial Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.