Indiana Dunes National Park - West Beach
Indiana · Midwest
About This Location
Indiana Dunes National Park - West Beach is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Double-crested Cormorant among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Little Blue Heron
Egretta caerulea
Black-and-white Warbler
Mniotilta varia
Northern Yellow Warbler
Setophaga aestiva
Palm Warbler
Setophaga palmarum
Northern House Wren
Troglodytes aedon
Red Crossbill
Loxia curvirostra
Smith's Longspur
Calcarius pictus
Eastern Whip-poor-will
Antrostomus vociferus
Canvasback
Aythya valisineria
Northern House Wren (Northern)
Troglodytes aedon
Snowy Owl
Bubo scandiacus
Fish Crow
Corvus ossifragus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Tree Swallow
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Ring-billed Gull
Northern Flicker
American Crow
American Robin
House Finch
Field Sparrow
American Tree Sparrow
Vesper Sparrow
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
- 2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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