Marais Temps Clair CA

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Marais Temps Clair CA is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan 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

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/5/2026Fulton Compound1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

3/5/2026Timberlake1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026No Name Park2 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/4/2026Marais Temps Clair CA1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park2 observed

Snow x Greater White-fronted Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x albifrons

3/2/2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/1/2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/1/2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary2 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

2/28/2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

33/5/2026

Wood Duck

63/5/2026

Blue-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

43/5/2026

Gadwall

73/5/2026

American Wigeon

23/5/2026

Mallard

73/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

323/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

93/5/2026

Mourning Dove

33/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

American Robin

33/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

83/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Snow Goose

13/5/2026

Trumpeter Swan

133/5/2026

Northern Pintail

1003/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

2003/5/2026

American Coot

1253/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

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 Marais Temps Clair CA for birding?
The best months to visit Marais Temps Clair CA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Marais Temps Clair CA?
Notable species at Marais Temps Clair CA include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marais Temps Clair CA?
Birding at Marais Temps Clair CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Marais Temps Clair CA?
Marais Temps Clair CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.