Wetland birding habitat

Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This wetland 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

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Northern Bay Resort1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/29/2026Necedah NWR--Boghaunter trail1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/23/2026Necedah NWR (general) (please use more precise locations)2 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/21/2026Necedah NWR (general) (please use more precise locations)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

95/30/2026

Mallard

25/30/2026

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Sora

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/30/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

15/30/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

25/30/2026

Northern House Wren

15/30/2026

American Robin

15/30/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/30/2026

Song Sparrow

15/30/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

165/30/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

35/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  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 Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general for birding?
The best months to visit Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general?
Notable species at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general?
Birding at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general?
Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - general offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.