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

Hudsonian Godwit

Limosa haemastica

4/18/2026Rangeline Rd.--Hwy MM Intersection (Sheboygan Co.)3 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/17/20264023 Goodwin Rd, Manitowoc US-WI 44.13578, -87.700351 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/17/2026Collins Marsh1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

4/16/2026South Side Municipal Beach1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

34/11/2026

Common Goldeneye

64/11/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

74/11/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

554/11/2026

Glaucous Gull

14/11/2026

Caspian Tern

14/11/2026

Horned Grebe

34/11/2026

Red-throated Loon

24/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/11/2026

Brown Creeper

14/11/2026

Blue-winged Teal

64/11/2026

American Wigeon

84/11/2026

Mallard

24/11/2026

Canvasback

104/11/2026

Redhead

554/11/2026

Greater Scaup

64/11/2026

Mourning Dove

14/11/2026

American Herring Gull

124/11/2026

Northern Flicker

14/11/2026

Blue Jay

24/11/2026

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.