Marais Temps Clair CA

Missouri · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Marais Temps Clair CA is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan 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

Snow Goose Canada Goose Trumpeter Swan Wood Duck Blue-winged Teal

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

7/20/20263214 Charlotte Ct Alton US-IL

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/20/2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/20/2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/20/2026Two Rivers NWR (Jersey Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

57/19/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/19/2026

Killdeer

57/19/2026

Great Egret

17/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/19/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

17/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

37/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

17/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/19/2026

Northern House Wren

37/19/2026

Carolina Wren

37/19/2026

Gray Catbird

17/19/2026

American Robin

27/19/2026

American Goldfinch

37/19/2026

Song Sparrow

37/19/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

17/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

207/19/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Missouri Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Missouri →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Marais Temps Clair CA for birding?▼

The best months to visit Marais Temps Clair CA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Marais Temps Clair CA?▼

Notable species at Marais Temps Clair CA include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Marais Temps Clair CA?▼

Birding at Marais Temps Clair CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Marais Temps Clair CA?▼

Marais Temps Clair CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.