Fox River Shores Forest Preserve
Illinois · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Fox River Shores Forest Preserve is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye 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
Eastern Whip-poor-will
Antrostomus vociferus
Trumpeter Swan
Cygnus buccinator
European Goldfinch
Carduelis carduelis
Neotropic Cormorant
Nannopterum brasilianum
Pine Siskin
Spinus pinus
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta canadensis
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Least Flycatcher
Empidonax minimus
American Bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Great Egret
Great Crested Flycatcher
Blue Jay
American Robin
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Field Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Eastern Meadowlark
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Yellowthroat
Northern Cardinal
Canada Goose
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Chimney Swift
Solitary Sandpiper
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
Belted Kingfisher
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
- 2
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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