Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve
Illinois · Midwest
About This Location
Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Sandhill Crane among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Northern Bobwhite
Colinus virginianus
Western Kingbird
Tyrannus verticalis
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
European Goldfinch
Carduelis carduelis
Lesser Yellowlegs
Tringa flavipes
Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Magnolia Warbler
Setophaga magnolia
Ring-necked Duck
Aythya collaris
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta canadensis
American Bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Rock Pigeon
Mourning Dove
Sandhill Crane
Killdeer
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Egret
Turkey Vulture
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Eastern Phoebe
Blue Jay
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Northern House Wren
Marsh Wren
Eastern Bluebird
American Robin
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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