Wetland birding habitat

Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 200 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

Canada Goose

255/28/2026

Trumpeter Swan

95/28/2026

Wood Duck

25/28/2026

Mourning Dove

25/28/2026

Sandhill Crane

35/28/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/28/2026

Bald Eagle

15/28/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Northern Flicker

35/28/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/28/2026

Alder Flycatcher

25/28/2026

Least Flycatcher

35/28/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/28/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/28/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/28/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

35/28/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/28/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/28/2026

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 - Sprague-Mather Flowage for birding?
The best months to visit Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage?
Notable species at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage 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 - Sprague-Mather Flowage?
Birding at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage?
Necedah National Wildlife Refuge - Sprague-Mather Flowage offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.