Grassland birding habitat

Findlay Reservoirs

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Findlay Reservoirs is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, and Lesser Black-backed Gull 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

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

4/15/2026Springville Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/15/2026136 Covington Avenue, Findlay, Ohio, US (41.071, -83.648)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/14/2026Blanchard River Nature Preserve2 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/14/2026Oakwoods Nature Preserve1 observed

Henslow's Sparrow

Centronyx henslowii

4/14/2026Andreoff Wildlife Area - HQ1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

4/13/2026CSX Wetland 45872, North Baltimore US-OH (41.1840,-83.7506)1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

4/12/2026CSX, North Baltimore, Ohio, US (41.183, -83.745)1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/10/2026Blanchard River Nature Preserve1 observed

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

4/10/2026Springville Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

4/7/2026361 North Winter Woods Drive, Findlay, Ohio, US (41.042, -83.589)15 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/6/2026Riverbend Recreation Area1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/4/2026Springville Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

64/16/2026

Canada Goose

24/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

84/15/2026

Mourning Dove

24/15/2026

Killdeer

64/15/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

24/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

804/15/2026

Common Loon

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

American Robin

34/15/2026

American Pipit

64/15/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/15/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

24/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/15/2026

Common Grackle

54/15/2026

Mallard

24/14/2026

Blue Jay

24/14/2026

Tree Swallow

14/14/2026

European Starling

104/14/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

14/14/2026

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 Findlay Reservoirs for birding?
The best months to visit Findlay Reservoirs for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Findlay Reservoirs?
Notable species at Findlay Reservoirs include Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Horned Lark, European Starling. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Findlay Reservoirs?
Birding at Findlay Reservoirs is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Findlay Reservoirs?
Findlay Reservoirs offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.