Wetland birding habitat

Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/20/2026Frog Bayou WMA--Sharp Chapel Rd8 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/20/2026Frog Bayou WMA--Sharp Chapel Rd1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

4/18/2026Orrick Rd. (Crawford Co.)1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/18/2026Orrick Rd. (Crawford Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Caspian Tern

24/21/2026

Wood Duck

24/20/2026

Blue-winged Teal

154/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

104/20/2026

American Coot

14/20/2026

Black-necked Stilt

14/20/2026

Killdeer

14/20/2026

Upland Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

204/20/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

304/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/20/2026

American Crow

14/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/20/2026

Marsh Wren

14/20/2026

Swamp Sparrow

24/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

204/20/2026

Common Yellowthroat

24/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/20/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

94/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area?
Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.