Walborn Reservoir
Ohio · Midwest
About This Location
Walborn Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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
Eurasian Wigeon
Mareca penelope
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
American Wigeon
Mallard
Ring-necked Duck
Lesser Scaup
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Red-breasted Merganser
Ruddy Duck
Mourning Dove
Killdeer
Great Blue Heron
Northern Flicker
American Crow
Black-capped Chickadee
Tufted Titmouse
American Robin
House Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
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Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
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Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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Ohio Birding Guide
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