Wetland birding habitat

Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
WetlandLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and lake habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Downy Woodpecker, and American Kestrel 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

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

4/18/2026Home1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/17/2026Coal City IN1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/17/2026Coal City IN2 observed

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

4/17/2026Goose Pond FWA* general area (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

4/17/2026US-231, Worthington US-IN 39.16979, -86.917471 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

4/17/2026Goose Pond FWA--GP10N2 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

4/12/2026Goose Pond FWA--GP81 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

84/11/2026

Blue-winged Teal

94/11/2026

Northern Shoveler

44/11/2026

Mallard

14/11/2026

Sandhill Crane

114/11/2026

Black-necked Stilt

24/11/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

94/11/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/11/2026

American White Pelican

34/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/11/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/11/2026

Blue Jay

14/11/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/11/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/11/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/11/2026

American Goldfinch

34/11/2026

Song Sparrow

24/11/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  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 Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh?
Notable species at Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh include Greater White-fronted Goose, Downy Woodpecker, American Kestrel, American Crow, Golden-crowned Kinglet. The area supports wetland, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh?
Birding at Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh?
Goose Pond FWA - Beehunter Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.