Wetland birding habitat

Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, and Short-eared Owl 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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/21/2026Memphis Lake1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/21/20266545 Ballard Ave, Lincoln US-NE (40.8558,-96.6306)1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/18/2026Wyuka Cemetery2 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

7/17/2026Platte River SP--Stone Creek Falls2 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

7/14/2026Jack Sinn WMA--East (Saunders Co.)1 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

7/13/2026UNL City Campus1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/13/2026Branched Oak SRA1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/12/2026Branched Oak SRA1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/11/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/10/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/15/2026

Barn Swallow

187/15/2026

Cliff Swallow

127/15/2026

Gray Catbird

27/15/2026

American Robin

17/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

67/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/15/2026

Dickcissel

37/15/2026

Canada Goose

7/14/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

17/14/2026

Black-billed Cuckoo

17/14/2026

Killdeer

17/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/14/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/14/2026

Brown Thrasher

27/14/2026

Field Sparrow

17/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

17/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/14/2026

Wood Duck

27/12/2026

Northern Bobwhite

27/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  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 Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east for birding?
The best months to visit Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east?
Notable species at Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east include Eurasian Collared-Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Short-eared Owl, Merlin, European Starling. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east?
Birding at Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east?
Jack Sinn Wildlife Management Area - east offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.