River/Riparian birding habitat

Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Mallard 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

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

5/29/2026Mack SWA--Newton Blackmour State Trail1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/28/2026Somewhere1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

5/28/2026Navarino SWA (general) (please use more specific locations)1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/26/2026La Sage Bottoms1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

5/25/2026Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve 1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/25/2026Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve 1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/24/2026Mosquito Hill Nature Center2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

245/31/2026

Mallard

35/31/2026

Hooded Merganser

65/31/2026

Sora

15/31/2026

Common Gallinule

35/31/2026

American Coot

35/31/2026

Black Tern

105/31/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

25/31/2026

Least Bittern

15/31/2026

American White Pelican

15/31/2026

Northern Harrier

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

85/31/2026

Barn Swallow

75/31/2026

Marsh Wren

85/31/2026

Swamp Sparrow

55/31/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

185/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

155/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

55/31/2026

Trumpeter Swan

25/31/2026

Blue-winged Teal

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit?
Notable species at Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Sandhill Crane. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit?
Birding at Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit?
Wolf River Bottoms Wildlife Area - Herb Behnke Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.