Shaw Nature Reserve

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Shaw Nature Reserve is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/4/20262751 Glencoe Road, Wildwood, Missouri, US (38.558, -90.643)1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

2/27/2026Mirasol1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/26/2026My Backyard2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

12/28/2026

Killdeer

12/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

72/28/2026

Bald Eagle

12/28/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

122/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

22/28/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

22/28/2026

Northern Flicker

52/28/2026

American Kestrel

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

22/28/2026

American Crow

32/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

122/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

32/28/2026

Brown Creeper

32/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

162/28/2026

American Robin

202/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

202/28/2026

Swamp Sparrow

12/28/2026

Eastern Towhee

42/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/28/2026

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