Sand Ridge Nature Center
Illinois · Midwest
About This Location
Sand Ridge Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This mountain habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wild Turkey, and Mourning Dove 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
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Northern Harrier
Circus hudsonius
Common Merganser
Mergus merganser
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
Upland Sandpiper
Bartramia longicauda
Willet (Western)
Tringa semipalmata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Chimney Swift
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Northern House Wren
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Song Sparrow
Northern Cardinal
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Red-winged Blackbird
Great Blue Heron
Great Crested Flycatcher
Gray Catbird
Common Grackle
Wild Turkey
Black-capped Chickadee
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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