Lake birding habitat

Goose Pond FWA general area

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Goose Pond FWA general area is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 288 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, and Canvasback 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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/29/2026Shakamak SP (Clay Co.)1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/26/2026Goose Pond FWA--Beehunter Marsh BH5N1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/25/2026Goose Pond FWA* general area (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/23/20267368 Jackson Rd, Worthington US-IN 39.18603, -86.970912 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

95/30/2026

Northern Shoveler

35/30/2026

Mallard

45/30/2026

Northern Bobwhite

25/30/2026

Black-necked Stilt

55/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Great Egret

105/30/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/30/2026

Bell's Vireo

35/30/2026

American Crow

25/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

65/30/2026

Marsh Wren

15/30/2026

Carolina Wren

15/30/2026

Gray Catbird

15/30/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/30/2026

American Robin

25/30/2026

House Sparrow

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  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 general area for birding?
The best months to visit Goose Pond FWA general area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Goose Pond FWA general area?
Notable species at Goose Pond FWA general area include Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Canvasback, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goose Pond FWA general area?
Birding at Goose Pond FWA general area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Goose Pond FWA general area?
Goose Pond FWA general area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.