Wetland birding habitat

Meadowbrook Marsh

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Meadowbrook Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, and American Herring 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 Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/16/2026Huron Harbor--Impoundment1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/16/2026Pelee Island--Stone Road Alvar Nature Reserve (ON Nature)2 observed

Little Gull

Hydrocoloeus minutus

7/15/2026Pelee Island--Fish Point Provincial Nature Reserve2 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/11/2026Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area--Pump House Wetland1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

7/9/2026Pelee Island--Fish Point Provincial Nature Reserve3 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

7/7/2026Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area--Boggy Bottoms2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/4/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/4/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

27/11/2026

Mallard

17/11/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/11/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/11/2026

Killdeer

17/11/2026

American Herring Gull

17/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/11/2026

Great Egret

47/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

117/11/2026

Bald Eagle

37/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/11/2026

Northern Flicker

27/11/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/11/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/11/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/11/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/11/2026

Blue Jay

17/11/2026

American Crow

17/11/2026

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 Meadowbrook Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Meadowbrook Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Meadowbrook Marsh?
Notable species at Meadowbrook Marsh include Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Bald Eagle, American Crow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Meadowbrook Marsh?
Birding at Meadowbrook Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Meadowbrook Marsh?
Meadowbrook Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.