Grassland birding habitat

Youngblood Road Area

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Youngblood Road Area is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard 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

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

4/16/2026Private 477151 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/2026Blue Grass FWA1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/15/2026yard1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/15/2026Angel Mounds Trails, Evansville US-IN 37.94723, -87.467792 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

4/15/2026Eagle Slough Natural Area (SLT)1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

4/14/2026Adams1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

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

Wood Duck

24/16/2026

American Wigeon

34/16/2026

Mallard

24/16/2026

Northern Bobwhite

14/16/2026

Wild Turkey

64/16/2026

Mourning Dove

24/16/2026

Killdeer

24/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/16/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

74/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/16/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

24/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

54/16/2026

Osprey

24/16/2026

Eastern Screech-Owl

14/16/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/16/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

14/16/2026

Blue Jay

14/16/2026

American Crow

14/16/2026

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 Youngblood Road Area for birding?
The best months to visit Youngblood Road Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Youngblood Road Area?
Notable species at Youngblood Road Area include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Mourning Dove. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Youngblood Road Area?
Birding at Youngblood Road Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Youngblood Road Area?
Youngblood Road Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.