Wetland birding habitat

Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Wild Turkey, Canada Goose, and Mute 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

6/3/2026OSU Farm Operations Services building1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/30/2026Wilderness Rd.23 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/29/2026Lower Killbuck Creek Wildlife Area1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

5/25/20265744 County Road 207, Millersburg, Ohio, US (40.587, -81.828)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

105/29/2026

Wood Duck

205/29/2026

Mallard

25/29/2026

Mourning Dove

55/29/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/29/2026

Common Gallinule

45/29/2026

American Coot

15/29/2026

Sandhill Crane

45/29/2026

Killdeer

15/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/29/2026

Great Blue Heron

55/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/29/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/29/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Northern Flicker

25/29/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/29/2026

Willow Flycatcher

55/29/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

35/29/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

35/29/2026

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 Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh?
Notable species at Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh include Wild Turkey, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh?
Birding at Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh?
Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area - Wright Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.