Sax-Zim Bog
Minnesota · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Sax-Zim Bog is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Trumpeter Swan, Rock Pigeon, and Bald Eagle among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Ring-necked Pheasant
Phasianus colchicus
Northern Harrier
Circus hudsonius
Common Grackle
Quiscalus quiscula
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Trumpeter Swan
Rock Pigeon
Bald Eagle
Barred Owl
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Pileated Woodpecker
Northern Shrike
Canada Jay
Blue Jay
American Crow
Common Raven
Black-capped Chickadee
Boreal Chickadee
White-breasted Nuthatch
Red-breasted Nuthatch
European Starling
Evening Grosbeak
Pine Grosbeak
Redpoll
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.