Grassland birding habitat

Gibson Generating Station - West Perimeter County Roads

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Gibson Generating Station - West Perimeter County Roads is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Canada Goose 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

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/2026Cane Ridge WMA1 observed

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

74/11/2026

Mallard

14/11/2026

Hooded Merganser

14/11/2026

Mourning Dove

34/11/2026

American Coot

14/11/2026

Killdeer

24/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

354/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

34/11/2026

American White Pelican

854/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/11/2026

Bald Eagle

74/11/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

44/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/11/2026

Blue Jay

24/11/2026

American Crow

14/11/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/11/2026

Tufted Titmouse

44/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/11/2026

Carolina Wren

24/11/2026

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 - West Perimeter County Roads for birding?
The best months to visit Gibson Generating Station - West 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 - West Perimeter County Roads?
Notable species at Gibson Generating Station - West Perimeter County Roads include Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Gibson Generating Station - West Perimeter County Roads?
Birding at Gibson Generating Station - West 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 - West Perimeter County Roads?
Gibson Generating Station - West Perimeter County Roads offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.