Grassland birding habitat

Blue Grass FWA

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Blue Grass FWA is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

4/19/2026Youngblood Rd. Area1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

4/18/2026Wesselman Woods--Nature Preserve Trails1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

4/17/2026buckskin Bottoms3 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

4/16/2026Private 477151 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/2026Blue Grass FWA1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

4/14/2026Adams1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/14/2026Tow Path Rd. (Warrick Co.)1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/14/2026Eagle Slough Natural Area (SLT)1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/12/2026Angel Mounds Trails, Evansville US-IN 37.94723, -87.467791 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

14/17/2026

Muscovy Duck

14/17/2026

Mallard

14/17/2026

Northern Bobwhite

24/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/17/2026

Killdeer

14/17/2026

Osprey

14/17/2026

White-eyed Vireo

14/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

24/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/17/2026

Tree Swallow

14/17/2026

Northern House Wren

34/17/2026

American Goldfinch

44/17/2026

Field Sparrow

24/17/2026

Song Sparrow

14/17/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/17/2026

Eastern Towhee

24/17/2026

Orchard Oriole

14/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

44/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blue Grass FWA for birding?
The best months to visit Blue Grass FWA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Blue Grass FWA?
Notable species at Blue Grass FWA include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blue Grass FWA?
Birding at Blue Grass FWA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Blue Grass FWA?
Blue Grass FWA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.