Grassland birding habitat

Mequon Nature Preserve

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mequon Nature Preserve is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Crow, and European Starling 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/21/2026Milwaukee River Greenway--North Ave. to Locust St.1 observed

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

7/21/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2024-2026)1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/21/2026Coal Dock Park1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/21/2026Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/21/2026Freistadt1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/20/2026Lakeshore SP/Harbor Island1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

7/20/2026Mud Lake, Ozaukee Co.1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/20/2026Home 9277 N Lake Dr, Bayside3 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

7/20/2026McKinley Beach1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/19/2026Wehr Nature Center1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

7/19/2026Cedarburg Bog SNA--Watts Lake1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

7/19/2026Cedarburg Bog SNA--Watts Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

57/21/2026

American Kestrel

17/21/2026

Eastern Bluebird

27/21/2026

American Robin

27/21/2026

American Goldfinch

27/21/2026

Savannah Sparrow

17/21/2026

Song Sparrow

37/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/21/2026

Dickcissel

17/21/2026

Mallard

27/21/2026

Killdeer

67/21/2026

Semipalmated Plover

17/21/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

37/21/2026

Green Heron

17/21/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/21/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/21/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/21/2026

Blue Jay

47/21/2026

American Crow

27/21/2026

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 Mequon Nature Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Mequon Nature Preserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mequon Nature Preserve?
Notable species at Mequon Nature Preserve include Canada Goose, American Crow, European Starling, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mequon Nature Preserve?
Birding at Mequon Nature Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mequon Nature Preserve?
Mequon Nature Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.