LaBagh Woods Forest Preserve
Illinois · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, sunrise to sunset
About This Location
LaBagh Woods Forest Preserve is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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
Eastern Screech-Owl
Megascops asio
White-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia leucophrys
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Dark-eyed Junco
Junco hyemalis
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta canadensis
Redhead
Aythya americana
Common Merganser
Mergus merganser
Ruddy Turnstone
Arenaria interpres
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Blue Jay
American Crow
Barn Swallow
American Robin
House Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Northern Cardinal
Northern Flicker
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Chimney Swift
Tree Swallow
Northern House Wren
European Starling
Gray Catbird
Cedar Waxwing
Brown-headed Cowbird
Black-crowned Night Heron
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
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.
- 4
Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- North Park Village Nature Center
- Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
- Sauganash Prairie Grove
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