Geist Reservoir
Indiana · Midwest
About This Location
Geist Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, 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
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Neotropic Cormorant
Nannopterum brasilianum
Alder Flycatcher
Empidonax alnorum
Least Tern
Sternula antillarum
American Wigeon
Mareca americana
Upland Sandpiper
Bartramia longicauda
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Chimney Swift
Downy Woodpecker
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Blue Jay
Purple Martin
Barn Swallow
White-breasted Nuthatch
Northern House Wren
Wood Thrush
American Robin
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Common Yellowthroat
Northern Cardinal
Indigo Bunting
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Tufted Titmouse
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
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Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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