Grassland birding habitat

Felton Prairie

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Felton Prairie is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/1/2026Felton Prairie1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Krider's)

Buteo jamaicensis

6/1/2026Felton Prairie1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

5/24/2026Ada WTP1 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

5/20/2026Buffalo River SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

46/1/2026

Wild Turkey

56/1/2026

Gray Partridge

26/1/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

26/1/2026

Mourning Dove

76/1/2026

Black-billed Cuckoo

16/1/2026

Killdeer

36/1/2026

Marbled Godwit

36/1/2026

Wilson's Snipe

16/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/1/2026

American Bittern

16/1/2026

Northern Harrier

16/1/2026

Swainson's Hawk

16/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/1/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

26/1/2026

Northern Flicker

26/1/2026

American Kestrel

36/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Alder Flycatcher

26/1/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/1/2026

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 Felton Prairie for birding?
The best months to visit Felton Prairie for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Felton Prairie?
Notable species at Felton Prairie include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Felton Prairie?
Birding at Felton Prairie is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Felton Prairie?
Felton Prairie offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.