Howell Wetlands Park

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Howell Wetlands Park is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

3/4/2026Sloughs WMA, Sauerheber Unit--Hardy Slough2 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

3/3/2026NW Warrick County2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

3/2/2026Sloughs WMA, Sauerheber Unit--Hardy Slough1 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

43/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/5/2026

European Starling

33/5/2026

American Robin

23/5/2026

American Goldfinch

13/5/2026

American Tree Sparrow

23/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

63/5/2026

Song Sparrow

23/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

73/5/2026

Common Grackle

33/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

43/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/5/2026

Mallard

73/2/2026

Mourning Dove

23/2/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

33/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  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 Howell Wetlands Park for birding?
The best months to visit Howell Wetlands Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Howell Wetlands Park?
Notable species at Howell Wetlands Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Red-shouldered Hawk. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Howell Wetlands Park?
Birding at Howell Wetlands Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Howell Wetlands Park?
Howell Wetlands Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.