Fischer Lake
Wisconsin · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Fischer Lake is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Wild Turkey, Mourning Dove, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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
Blue-headed Vireo
Vireo solitarius
White-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia leucophrys
House Finch
Haemorhous mexicanus
Brown Thrasher
Toxostoma rufum
Evening Grosbeak
Hesperiphona vespertina
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wild Turkey
Mourning Dove
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Pileated Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
American Crow
Common Raven
Black-capped Chickadee
White-breasted Nuthatch
Hermit Thrush
American Robin
Evening Grosbeak
Purple Finch
American Goldfinch
White-throated Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Birding Tips
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Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
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Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
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Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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A spotting scope is essential here — many waterbirds stay far from shore and are difficult to identify with binoculars alone.
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Winter months bring peak waterfowl diversity — visit November through February for the best duck and goose viewing.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Lake Farm County Park
- Capital Springs State Rec Area
- Nine Springs Natural Area
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