Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Rock Pigeon 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Snow x Greater White-fronted Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x albifrons

3/4/2026Bjorkboda Marsh WMA1 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

3/3/2026Big Creek SP1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/3/2026Saylorville Reservoir--Polk City Wildlife Area6 observed

Redpoll

Acanthis flammea

3/3/2026Myerwood Dr2 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

3/1/202610626–10652 NW 100th St, Granger US-IA 41.75530, -93.756043 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/27/2026Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt--Chichaqua Bottoms Trail1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/25/2026Saylorville Reservoir--Oak Grove Recreation Area1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

2/25/2026Big Creek SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

163/5/2026

Mallard

33/5/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

13/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

European Starling

253/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

503/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

13/3/2026

American Crow

13/3/2026

American Robin

13/3/2026

House Sparrow

13/3/2026

House Finch

13/3/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/3/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/3/2026

Song Sparrow

13/3/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

13/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/26/2026

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 Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor for birding?
The best months to visit Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor?
Notable species at Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor include Canada Goose, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor?
Birding at Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor?
Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.