Grassland birding habitat

Four Rivers CA

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Four Rivers CA is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland 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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/23/2026Four Rivers CA (Vernon Co.)4 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/20/2026Radio Springs Lake2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

15/31/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

105/31/2026

Bald Eagle

25/31/2026

Mississippi Kite

15/31/2026

Fish Crow

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

45/31/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

95/31/2026

Indigo Bunting

15/31/2026

Dickcissel

15/31/2026

Mallard

15/25/2026

Mourning Dove

15/25/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/25/2026

White-faced Ibis

25/25/2026

Snowy Egret

15/25/2026

Great Egret

195/25/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/25/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/25/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/25/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/25/2026

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