Grassland birding habitat

Seagull Bar State Natural Area

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Seagull Bar State Natural Area is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/18/2026Mathy Rd6 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/15/202654235, Sturgeon Bay US-WI 44.91186, -87.394561 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/9/2026doorcountypaul home1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

4/6/2026Sevastopol, WI

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Grackle

24/18/2026

Canada Goose

104/18/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/18/2026

Ring-necked Duck

54/18/2026

Bufflehead

74/18/2026

Common Merganser

184/18/2026

Wild Turkey

64/18/2026

Mourning Dove

34/18/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/18/2026

Great Egret

44/18/2026

American White Pelican

14/18/2026

Bald Eagle

34/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/18/2026

European Starling

104/18/2026

American Robin

124/18/2026

American Tree Sparrow

234/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

54/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/17/2026

Blue Jay

14/17/2026

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 Seagull Bar State Natural Area for birding?
The best months to visit Seagull Bar State Natural Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Seagull Bar State Natural Area?
Notable species at Seagull Bar State Natural Area include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Seagull Bar State Natural Area?
Birding at Seagull Bar State Natural Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Seagull Bar State Natural Area?
Seagull Bar State Natural Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.