Youngblood Road Area

Indiana · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Canada Goose Wood Duck Mallard Ring-necked Duck Mourning Dove

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/27/2026Heim Road5 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/25/2026John James Audubon SP--Audubon Wetlands1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/22/2026Lake1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/21/2026Ben Hawes Park--Rudy Mine Trails1 observed

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

5/17/2026Ellis Park Racetrack (private; roadside viewing)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

85/30/2026

Wood Duck

15/30/2026

Mallard

45/30/2026

Northern Bobwhite

55/30/2026

Mourning Dove

95/30/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/30/2026

Killdeer

75/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Great Egret

15/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/30/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

35/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

55/30/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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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.