Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)

Michigan · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Common Goldeneye 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 Bufflehead Common Goldeneye Mourning Dove Killdeer

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/15/2026Lisa's nest. 9797 Evergreen Dr, Bridgman US-MI 41.94018, -86.572611 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

4/14/2026Buffalo Rd.--Avery Rd. to Beaver Dam Rd.3 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/14/20267616 Cleveland Avenue, Baroda, Michigan, US (41.983, -86.495)2 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

4/14/2026stakeout Eurasian Collared-Doves, Galien (2024-2026)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/14/2026#1 Birding Location8 observed

Palm Warbler (Western)

Setophaga palmarum

4/13/2026Lincoln Twp. Park1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026Pokagon Tribal Land - Dowagiac (No Trespassing)1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/13/2026Warren Dunes State Park Road, Sawyer, Michigan, US (41.907, -86.592)2 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/12/2026Mt Randall Hawk Watch1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

4/12/2026Mt Randall Hawk Watch1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/12/2026Tiscornia Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/15/2026

Wood Duck

54/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

204/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

204/15/2026

Mallard

104/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

44/15/2026

Bufflehead

14/15/2026

Mourning Dove

24/15/2026

Sandhill Crane

14/15/2026

Killdeer

64/15/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

84/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

504/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/15/2026

Horned Grebe

14/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Northern Flicker

14/15/2026

American Kestrel

14/15/2026

Blue Jay

14/15/2026

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 Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)?▼

Notable species at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)?▼

Birding at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)?▼

Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.