Willow Slough FWA
Indiana · Midwest
About This Location
Willow Slough FWA is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Canada Goose among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Northern Waterthrush
Parkesia noveboracensis
Western Kingbird
Tyrannus verticalis
Kentucky Warbler
Geothlypis formosa
Bell's Vireo (Eastern)
Vireo bellii
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Trumpeter Swan
Wood Duck
Blue-winged Teal
Mallard
Wild Turkey
Ring-necked Pheasant
Mourning Dove
Pied-billed Grebe
Green Heron
Great Blue Heron
Red-headed Woodpecker
Willow Flycatcher
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Marsh Wren
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Swamp Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Yellowthroat
Northern Yellow Warbler
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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