Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee)

Louisiana · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee) is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Double-crested Cormorant, and Snowy Egret 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

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

3/5/2026Woodlands Conservancy Park trail2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

3/4/2026401 Crescentwood Loop, Slidell US-LA 30.30505, -89.769991 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/3/2026City Park--Couturie Forest1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/3/2026Highland Dr. (yard) - Marrero, LA2 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/2/202615159–15199 Intracoastal Dr, New Orleans US-LA 30.01653, -89.902431 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

3/2/2026Industrial Pkwy1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

3/1/2026Industrial Pkwy1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/1/2026Audubon Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

23/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

Snowy Egret

13/3/2026

Green Heron

13/3/2026

Great Egret

33/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/3/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/3/2026

Tree Swallow

23/3/2026

Purple Martin

13/3/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

13/3/2026

European Starling

23/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

283/3/2026

Common Grackle

13/3/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

123/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/3/2026

Blue-winged Teal

3/2/2026

Mallard

33/2/2026

Common Ground Dove

13/2/2026

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 Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee) for birding?
The best months to visit Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee)?
Notable species at Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee) include White-winged Dove, Double-crested Cormorant, Snowy Egret, Green Heron, Great Egret. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee)?
Birding at Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee)?
Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge - Recovery One Road (Highway 90 to GIWW levee) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.