Wetland birding habitat

Marsh Wren Community Wetlands

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Marsh Wren Community Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, and American Robin among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

6/2/202668512, Lincoln US-NE 40.73785, -96.710061 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

6/2/2026Yankee Hill State WMA1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

6/1/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/2026Yankee Hill State WMA1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/31/2026Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/31/2026Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center1 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/30/2026Conestoga Lake SRA1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

5/30/2026Conestoga Lake SRA2 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/30/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

5/28/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

86/2/2026

Killdeer

76/2/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

16/2/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

206/2/2026

Western Kingbird

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/2/2026

Tree Swallow

26/2/2026

Barn Swallow

66/2/2026

Northern House Wren

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

American Robin

36/2/2026

American Goldfinch

36/2/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

186/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

146/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

36/2/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

16/2/2026

Dickcissel

86/2/2026

Mallard

26/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/1/2026

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 Marsh Wren Community Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Marsh Wren Community Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands?
Notable species at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands include Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, American Robin, Red-winged Blackbird, Northern Flicker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands?
Birding at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands?
Marsh Wren Community Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.