Wetland birding habitat

Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

5/31/2026Powder Rd.1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

5/30/2026Firefly Farm2 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

5/25/2026State Game Lands 284--Pennsy Swamp (Mercer Co.)2 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/24/2026South St.1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/24/2026Mosquito Lake SP--Bridle Trail Area1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/24/2026Creek Rd., Transfer, PA1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/22/2026North River Road, Mercer, Pennsylvania, US (41.292, -80.32)1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/18/2026Mosquito Lake SP--Beach2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

105/18/2026

Mallard

25/18/2026

Killdeer

25/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/18/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

25/18/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

15/18/2026

Least Sandpiper

85/18/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

25/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/18/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/18/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/18/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/18/2026

Bank Swallow

15/18/2026

Tree Swallow

85/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

45/18/2026

Song Sparrow

15/18/2026

Orchard Oriole

35/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/18/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

35/18/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds?
Notable species at Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds?
Birding at Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds?
Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.