River/Riparian birding habitat

Fischer Creek Conservation Area

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fischer Creek Conservation Area is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian 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

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

7/19/2026Manitowoc Impoundment1 observed

Great Tit

Parus major

7/19/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

7/19/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

7/18/2026North Point Park, Sheboygan US-WI 43.76304, -87.696141 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

7/18/2026Sheboygan River, bike trail and Sisson Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/18/2026

Chimney Swift

37/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

37/18/2026

American Herring Gull

17/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/18/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/18/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/18/2026

Northern House Wren

17/18/2026

American Robin

17/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/18/2026

American Goldfinch

27/18/2026

Clay-colored Sparrow

87/18/2026

Song Sparrow

17/18/2026

Eastern Towhee

17/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/18/2026

Common Grackle

17/18/2026

Indigo Bunting

27/18/2026

American White Pelican

107/9/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Fischer Creek Conservation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Fischer Creek Conservation Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fischer Creek Conservation Area?
Notable species at Fischer Creek Conservation Area include Belted Kingfisher, Yellow Warbler, Song Sparrow, Great Blue Heron, Cedar Waxwing. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fischer Creek Conservation Area?
Birding at Fischer Creek Conservation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fischer Creek Conservation Area?
Fischer Creek Conservation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.