Grassland birding habitat

Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

4/17/2026buckskin Bottoms3 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

4/16/2026Wesselman Woods--Nature Preserve Trails1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

4/16/2026Private 477151 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/2026Blue Grass FWA1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/15/202647598, Winslow US-IN (38.3328,-87.1765)2 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

4/14/2026Adams1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/14/2026Tow Path Rd. (Warrick Co.)1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/14/2026Eagle Slough Natural Area (SLT)1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/13/2026Those Cows Outside Of Oakland City, Indiana, US (38.342, -87.3)1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/12/2026Angel Mounds Trails, Evansville US-IN 37.94723, -87.467791 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-eyed Vireo

14/17/2026

American Crow

14/17/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/17/2026

American Goldfinch

24/17/2026

Field Sparrow

44/17/2026

Henslow's Sparrow

14/17/2026

Common Yellowthroat

24/17/2026

Prairie Warbler

34/17/2026

Canada Goose

14/17/2026

Muscovy Duck

14/17/2026

Mallard

14/17/2026

Northern Bobwhite

24/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/17/2026

Killdeer

14/17/2026

Osprey

14/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

24/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/17/2026

Tree Swallow

14/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex for birding?
The best months to visit Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex?
Notable species at Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex?
Birding at Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex?
Lynnville-Liberty Mine Complex offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.