Grassland birding habitat

Gibson Generating Station - East Perimeter County Roads

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Gibson Generating Station - East Perimeter County Roads is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 267 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/16/202621028 County Road 1600 East, Allendale, Illinois, US (38.523, -87.686)1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

4/15/2026Cane Ridge WMA7 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

4/12/2026303 N Cherry St, Mount Carmel US-IL 38.40964, -87.757172 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

4/12/2026Cane Ridge WMA1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/12/2026Home1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

4/11/2026Cane Ridge WMA1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

4/6/2026Gibson Generating Station--West Perimeter County Roads1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/6/2026Cane Ridge WMA1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/5/2026Cane Ridge WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

54/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/16/2026

American Kestrel

14/16/2026

Blue Jay

24/16/2026

Fish Crow

14/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/16/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

24/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/16/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

24/16/2026

American Goldfinch

14/16/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/16/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

14/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

124/16/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

34/16/2026

Common Grackle

24/16/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

14/16/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

14/16/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

14/16/2026

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