Grassland birding habitat

Sarett Nature Center

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sarett Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Red-shouldered Hawk 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/2/2026South Haven--South Beach1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

6/1/2026Tiscornia Park1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/1/2026Tiscornia Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/1/2026Pokagon Tribal Land - Dowagiac (No Trespassing)1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

5/31/2026Grand Mere SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

405/31/2026

Wood Duck

15/31/2026

Wild Turkey

15/31/2026

Rock Pigeon

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Chimney Swift

55/31/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/31/2026

Green Heron

35/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

45/31/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

35/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

35/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Northern Flicker

45/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

35/31/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Alder Flycatcher

25/31/2026

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 Sarett Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Sarett Nature Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sarett Nature Center?
Notable species at Sarett Nature Center include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sarett Nature Center?
Birding at Sarett Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sarett Nature Center?
Sarett Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.