Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

3/6/2026George Winter Park (St. Louis Co.)4 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

3/6/2026Firma Rd.1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Forest Park6 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/5/2026Fulton Compound1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/5/2026Home Muirkirk Lane1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

3/5/2026Timberlake1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026720 Bent Brook Rd, Des Peres US-MO 38.59442, -90.447311 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/4/20262751 Glencoe Road, Wildwood, Missouri, US (38.558, -90.643)1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/4/2026Marais Temps Clair CA1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/3/2026Huntleigh/Lindbergh1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

2/28/2026Carondelet Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/6/2026

Mallard

23/6/2026

American Woodcock

103/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

American Goldfinch

13/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/6/2026

Song Sparrow

23/6/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

53/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

133/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

253/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

43/6/2026

American Kestrel

13/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

23/6/2026

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 Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area for birding?
The best months to visit Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area?
Notable species at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area?
Birding at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area?
Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.