Forum Nature Area

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Forum Nature Area is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Turkey Vulture 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/3/2026Eagle Bluffs CA1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/2/2026Blackberry Lane Wade Records, Columbia, MO1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/28/2026Eagle Bluffs CA1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/24/2026Eagle Bluffs CA3 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

2/21/20263M Wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Woodcock

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

33/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

43/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

33/5/2026

Blue Jay

83/5/2026

American Crow

63/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

53/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

43/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

33/5/2026

American Robin

73/5/2026

House Finch

33/5/2026

American Goldfinch

93/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

153/5/2026

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 Forum Nature Area for birding?
The best months to visit Forum Nature Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Forum Nature Area?
Notable species at Forum Nature Area include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Forum Nature Area?
Birding at Forum Nature Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Forum Nature Area?
Forum Nature Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.