Nimisila Reservoir
Ohio · Midwest
About This Location
Nimisila Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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
Eurasian Wigeon
Mareca penelope
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
Redpoll (Common)
Acanthis flammea
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Redpoll
Acanthis flammea
Iceland Gull
Larus glaucoides
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Ross's Goose
Anser rossii
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Sandhill Crane
Canada Goose
Mallard
Ring-necked Duck
Lesser Scaup
Hooded Merganser
American Coot
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Horned Grebe
Turkey Vulture
Blue Jay
American Crow
Tufted Titmouse
Northern Cardinal
American Wigeon
Canvasback
Redhead
Bufflehead
Mourning Dove
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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