Cruson Slough
Wisconsin · Midwest
About This Location
Cruson Slough is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Sandhill Crane among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Western Cattle-Egret
Ardea ibis
Ruffed Grouse
Bonasa umbellus
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Eastern Whip-poor-will
Antrostomus vociferus
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
Greater Scaup
Aythya marila
Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus
Northern House Wren
Troglodytes aedon
Spotted Sandpiper
Actitis macularius
Grasshopper Sparrow
Ammodramus savannarum
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Northern Shoveler
Lesser Scaup
Wild Turkey
Sora
Sandhill Crane
Killdeer
Northern Harrier
Bald Eagle
Belted Kingfisher
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Brown Thrasher
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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