Afton Forest Preserve
Illinois · Midwest
About This Location
Afton Forest Preserve is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 253 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Pheasant among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
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
Magnolia Warbler
Setophaga magnolia
Pine Siskin
Spinus pinus
Hudsonian Godwit
Limosa haemastica
Solitary Sandpiper
Tringa solitaria
Northern Mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Common Tern
Sterna hirundo
Black-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
Glossy Ibis
Plegadis falcinellus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Ring-necked Pheasant
Mourning Dove
Eastern Kingbird
Barn Swallow
Cliff Swallow
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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