Grassland birding habitat

Adam Birding Conservancy

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Adam Birding Conservancy is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Gadwall 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

7/21/2026Stroupe Rd./Marshall Rd Sod and Ponds (Jefferson Co.)30 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/21/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1062 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/21/2026Beaver Dam Lake (Waukesha Co.)1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/20/2026Kettle Moraine SF--Young Rd Pine Plantation (Jefferson Co)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/19/2026W2445–W2601 WIS-59, Whitewater US-WI 42.85924, -88.660342 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1062 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/19/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1061 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

7/18/20264646 North Tarrant Road, Milton, Wisconsin, US (42.738, -88.896)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

87/21/2026

Trumpeter Swan

97/21/2026

Wood Duck

187/21/2026

Blue-winged Teal

17/21/2026

Mallard

217/21/2026

Mourning Dove

127/21/2026

Sandhill Crane

487/21/2026

Killdeer

27/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/21/2026

Great Egret

197/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

57/21/2026

American White Pelican

27/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/21/2026

Bald Eagle

37/21/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/21/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/21/2026

Tree Swallow

207/21/2026

Barn Swallow

157/21/2026

Northern House Wren

17/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

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