Lake birding habitat

Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, and Lesser Scaup 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

24/17/2026

Northern Bobwhite

14/17/2026

Field Sparrow

34/17/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/17/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

14/17/2026

Common Yellowthroat

14/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Killdeer

24/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/16/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

14/16/2026

Barn Swallow

14/16/2026

Carolina Wren

14/16/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/16/2026

American Robin

24/16/2026

House Sparrow

14/16/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/16/2026

Song Sparrow

24/16/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/16/2026

Eastern Towhee

14/16/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

14/16/2026

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 - Visitor Center for birding?
The best months to visit Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center?
Notable species at Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center include Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, Lesser Scaup, Sandhill Crane, American Woodcock. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center?
Birding at Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center?
Goose Pond FWA - Visitor Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.