Magee Marsh
Ohio · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk; boardwalk open during daylight hours
About This Location
Magee Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Common Goldeneye 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
Mute x Whooper Swan (hybrid)
Cygnus olor x cygnus
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Pileated Woodpecker
Dryocopus pileatus
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
American Pipit
Anthus rubescens
Common Yellowthroat
Geothlypis trichas
Iceland Gull
Larus glaucoides
Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)
Anser albifrons
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Trumpeter Swan
Common Goldeneye
Common Merganser
Mourning Dove
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Bald Eagle
Eastern Screech-Owl
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Blue Jay
European Starling
American Robin
American Goldfinch
American Tree Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Rusty Blackbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
- 4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Ottawa NWR
- Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area
- Crane Creek State Park
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