Grassland birding habitat

Dansville State Game Area

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Dansville State Game Area is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Great Horned Owl 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

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

7/9/2026Lake Lansing1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/9/2026Lake Lansing1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/5/2026Plains Rd. ponds1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/4/2026Dalton Rd. area1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

7/4/2026Waterloo RA--Portage Lake Unit1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/30/2026Grass Lake1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

6/28/2026Lake Lansing Park North1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

57/7/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/7/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/7/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/7/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/7/2026

Northern Flicker

17/7/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

47/7/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

37/7/2026

Least Flycatcher

17/7/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/7/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/7/2026

Blue Jay

17/7/2026

American Crow

37/7/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

47/7/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/7/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/7/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/7/2026

Northern House Wren

17/7/2026

European Starling

17/7/2026

Gray Catbird

57/7/2026

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 Dansville State Game Area for birding?
The best months to visit Dansville State Game Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Dansville State Game Area?
Notable species at Dansville State Game Area include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Great Horned Owl, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dansville State Game Area?
Birding at Dansville State Game Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dansville State Game Area?
Dansville State Game Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.