Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit

Kentucky · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit is a productive birding destination in Kentucky, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Canada Goose 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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

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

Snow Goose

603/3/2026

Greater White-fronted Goose

3253/3/2026

Canada Goose

63/3/2026

Tundra Swan

73/3/2026

Wood Duck

23/3/2026

Northern Shoveler

3503/3/2026

Gadwall

3003/3/2026

American Wigeon

83/3/2026

Mallard

3003/3/2026

American Black Duck

53/3/2026

Northern Pintail

23/3/2026

Green-winged Teal

4003/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

453/3/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/3/2026

Wild Turkey

83/3/2026

Mourning Dove

53/3/2026

Killdeer

43/3/2026

American Woodcock

33/3/2026

Wilson's Snipe

63/3/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

93/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit?
Notable species at Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit include Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Wood Duck. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit?
Birding at Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit?
Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Sauerheber Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.