Blue Grass FWA

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Blue Grass FWA is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

3/6/2026Millersburg Bottoms1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

3/3/2026NW Warrick County2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

2/27/2026Southern Vanderburgh Bottoms1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/27/2026John James Audubon SP--Audubon Wetlands1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

2/23/2026Home, Evansville, Indiana, US1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3/6/2026

Mallard

3/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

73/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/6/2026

American Robin

53/6/2026

House Finch

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

73/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

33/6/2026

Gadwall

133/6/2026

Bufflehead

13/6/2026

American Coot

503/6/2026

Killdeer

113/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

American Kestrel

13/6/2026

Horned Lark

23/6/2026

Field Sparrow

43/6/2026

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 Blue Grass FWA for birding?
The best months to visit Blue Grass FWA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Blue Grass FWA?
Notable species at Blue Grass FWA include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blue Grass FWA?
Birding at Blue Grass FWA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Blue Grass FWA?
Blue Grass FWA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.