Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/3/2026Etna, OH Backyard2 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (cismontanus)

Junco hyemalis

3/2/2026Ohio home2 observed

Mallard x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x acuta

3/1/2026Buckeye Lake SP--Spillway and Sellers Point2 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

2/27/2026Hocking River Stream Restoration and Wetland1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/24/2026Coonpath Rd. Wetland (view from roadside only)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/24/2026Schmitt House - Newark3 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

2/23/2026Mud House Rd between Darfus Rd and Lake Rd2 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/22/2026Buckeye Lake (Licking Co.)1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

2/21/2026Pickerington Ponds (Franklin Co.)1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/2026Swamp Rd. (view from roadside only)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

73/6/2026

Wood Duck

23/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

83/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

143/6/2026

American Herring Gull

33/6/2026

Snow Goose

13/1/2026

Mallard

103/1/2026

Killdeer

13/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

593/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/1/2026

American Crow

23/1/2026

American Robin

13/1/2026

Song Sparrow

12/26/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

602/26/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/25/2026

European Starling

2/21/2026

Mourning Dove

22/21/2026

Bald Eagle

12/21/2026

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 Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands?
Notable species at Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Hooded Merganser, Killdeer. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands?
Birding at Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands?
Hebron Fish Hatchery and Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.