Lake birding habitat

Goose Pond FWA - GP10N

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Goose Pond FWA - GP10N is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan 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

5/24/2026

Wood Duck

5/24/2026

Northern Bobwhite

15/24/2026

Mourning Dove

5/24/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

55/24/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

25/24/2026

Green Heron

15/24/2026

Great Egret

145/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

5/24/2026

Turkey Vulture

5/24/2026

Bald Eagle

25/24/2026

Mississippi Kite

15/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/24/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

5/24/2026

Downy Woodpecker

5/24/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

5/24/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/24/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/24/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/24/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/24/2026

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 - GP10N for birding?
The best months to visit Goose Pond FWA - GP10N for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Goose Pond FWA - GP10N?
Notable species at Goose Pond FWA - GP10N include Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Tundra Swan, Northern Shoveler. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goose Pond FWA - GP10N?
Birding at Goose Pond FWA - GP10N is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Goose Pond FWA - GP10N?
Goose Pond FWA - GP10N offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.