Woolsey Wet Prairie

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Woolsey Wet Prairie is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Killdeer, Mallard, and Wilson's Snipe among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

3/6/2026Apartments1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/6/2026Lake Elmdale1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

3/5/2026Lake Fayetteville1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

2/27/2026Back Yard Township/ East Oaks Area Fayetteville AR1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

2/26/2026Little H Hollow1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

2/25/2026Chesney Prairie Natural Area1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/23/2026Lake Fayetteville--North Shore Disc Golf Course1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

43/6/2026

Wilson's Snipe

103/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

Tree Swallow

33/6/2026

Chipping Sparrow

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

263/6/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Northern Flicker

23/4/2026

American Kestrel

13/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

23/4/2026

Carolina Wren

23/4/2026

European Starling

53/4/2026

American Robin

453/4/2026

House Finch

13/4/2026

White-throated Sparrow

43/4/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Woolsey Wet Prairie for birding?
The best months to visit Woolsey Wet Prairie for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Woolsey Wet Prairie?
Notable species at Woolsey Wet Prairie include Killdeer, Mallard, Wilson's Snipe, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woolsey Wet Prairie?
Birding at Woolsey Wet Prairie is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woolsey Wet Prairie?
Woolsey Wet Prairie offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.