River/Riparian birding habitat

Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
River/RiparianGrassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and grassland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Canada Goose 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

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

7/12/2026My Backyard1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

7/11/2026Wilderness Park Densmore1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/11/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/10/2026Marsh Wren Community Wetlands5 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

7/9/2026Conestoga Lake SRA1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/8/2026Irvingdale Park2 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

7/4/2026Pioneers Park1 observed

House Sparrow (Gray-cheeked)

Passer domesticus

7/4/2026Cornhusker Hotel, Lincoln4 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/3/2026Conestoga Lake SRA1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/3/2026Conestoga Lake SRA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

77/11/2026

Northern Bobwhite

47/11/2026

Mourning Dove

57/11/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/11/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Northern Flicker

17/11/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/11/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/11/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/11/2026

Blue Jay

27/11/2026

American Crow

17/11/2026

Barn Swallow

187/11/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/11/2026

Northern House Wren

47/11/2026

Gray Catbird

67/11/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/11/2026

American Robin

47/11/2026

American Goldfinch

37/11/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

17/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center for birding?
The best months to visit Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center?
Notable species at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center include Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Killdeer, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports river/riparian, grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center?
Birding at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center?
Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.