The Wilds
Ohio · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
The Wilds is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Canvasback, and Hooded Merganser 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
Short-eared Owl
Asio flammeus
Brown Pelican
Pelecanus occidentalis
Ring-necked Duck
Aythya collaris
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Eastern Kingbird
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
Killdeer
Double-crested Cormorant
Turkey Vulture
Osprey
Northern Flicker
Acadian Flycatcher
Eastern Phoebe
Yellow-throated Vireo
Purple Martin
Barn Swallow
Northern House Wren
Gray Catbird
Brown Thrasher
Northern Mockingbird
American Robin
House Sparrow
American Goldfinch
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
- 2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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