Marsh Wren Community Wetlands

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Marsh Wren Community Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, and American Robin 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

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/6/2026Pawnee Lake SRA--NW 126th St.1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

3/6/2026Yankee Hill State WMA1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

3/6/2026Conestoga Lake SRA1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

3/6/2026Conestoga Lake SRA1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026Pioneers Park Nature Center13 observed

Smith's Longspur

Calcarius pictus

3/5/2026Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center2 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026UNL City Campus1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/3/2026Yard List1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (cismontanus)

Junco hyemalis

3/1/2026Home2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

33/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

163/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

American Kestrel

13/6/2026

American Crow

63/6/2026

Horned Lark

13/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/6/2026

American Robin

93/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

43/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Western Meadowlark

23/6/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Northern Harrier

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

3/5/2026

Northern Flicker

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  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 Marsh Wren Community Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Marsh Wren Community Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands?
Notable species at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands include Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, American Robin, Red-winged Blackbird, Northern Flicker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands?
Birding at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Marsh Wren Community Wetlands?
Marsh Wren Community Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.