Lake birding habitat

Goose Pond FWA - Main Pool West south bridge

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Goose Pond FWA - Main Pool West south bridge is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow 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

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

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

Blue-winged Teal

14/18/2026

Sora

54/18/2026

American Coot

54/18/2026

Wilson's Snipe

24/18/2026

Marsh Wren

14/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

74/18/2026

Canada Goose

224/16/2026

Mute Swan

24/16/2026

Wood Duck

44/16/2026

Mourning Dove

54/16/2026

Chimney Swift

34/16/2026

Killdeer

44/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/16/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

34/16/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

44/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

14/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/16/2026

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