Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Common Goldeneye 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/20263518 Kruger Road, Three Oaks, Michigan, US (41.813, -86.533)84 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/202610060–10094 Weko Dr, Bridgman US-MI 41.93607, -86.574832 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/5/20262243 Wood Road, Niles, Michigan, US (41.915, -86.205)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

3/5/2026Pokagon Tribal Land - Dowagiac (No Trespassing)1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026Pokagon Tribal Land - Dowagiac (No Trespassing)5 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/4/2026Riverview Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/4/2026Grand Mere SP--North Lake Park2 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/20264432-4300 Pulaski Highway, Buchanan, Michigan, US (41.798, -86.556)1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/2/2026Tiscornia Park3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

33/5/2026

Bufflehead

13/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Killdeer

33/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1203/5/2026

American Herring Gull

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

European Starling

203/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/5/2026

House Sparrow

303/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/5/2026

Common Grackle

23/5/2026

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 Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) for birding?
The best months to visit Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)?
Notable species at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)?
Birding at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy)?
Andrews University - Agriculture Education Center (Dairy) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.