Grassland birding habitat

Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/18/2026Samuel Meyers Park1 observed

Blue-winged x Cinnamon Teal (hybrid)

Spatula discors x cyanoptera

4/18/2026Flooded field behind Festival, 30th1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

4/18/2026Chiwaukee Prairie West Restoration (West of railroad only)1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

4/18/2026Chiwaukee Prairie West Restoration (West of railroad only)3 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/18/2026Raven Glen Forest Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

24/17/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

184/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/17/2026

Killdeer

14/17/2026

Caspian Tern

14/17/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/17/2026

Horned Grebe

24/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

3254/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/17/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/17/2026

Northern Flicker

14/17/2026

Blue Jay

34/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/17/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/17/2026

Brown Creeper

14/17/2026

European Starling

4/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

24/17/2026

Hermit Thrush

14/17/2026

American Robin

54/17/2026

House Sparrow

4/17/2026

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 Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit?
Notable species at Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit?
Birding at Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit?
Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area - Kenosha Dunes Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.