Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign

Illinois · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Mallard 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

Canada Goose Gadwall Mallard Mourning Dove American Coot

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hudsonian Godwit

Limosa haemastica

4/15/2026500 N and Rt. 45 Fluddle1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/15/2026Weaver Park, Urbana1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/15/2026Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/15/2026Cnty Rd 500 N, Tolono Fluddle (39.952, -88.269)1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/15/2026735 S Mathews Ave, Urbana US-IL 40.10628, -88.226861 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

84/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

84/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/15/2026

Mallard

204/15/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

24/15/2026

Mourning Dove

34/15/2026

American Coot

14/15/2026

Killdeer

54/15/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

24/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

American Crow

104/15/2026

Tree Swallow

204/15/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

24/15/2026

Barn Swallow

54/15/2026

European Starling

104/15/2026

American Robin

64/15/2026

House Sparrow

104/15/2026

Field Sparrow

14/15/2026

Song Sparrow

44/15/2026

Swamp Sparrow

334/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign for birding?▼

The best months to visit Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign?▼

Notable species at Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign include Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Mourning Dove, American Coot. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign?▼

Birding at Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign?▼

Moorman Swine Research Unit, Champaign offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.