Engel Conservation Area

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Engel Conservation Area is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/4/2026S4W32726 Government Hill Rd, Delafield US-WI (43.0312,-88.3970)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/2/2026Frame Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/1/2026Richard Bong SRA (general)2 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/1/2026Rivers Crossing Park1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/1/2026Breakwall at McKinley and Veterans Park1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/28/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 82 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/26/2026W349S3940–W349S4028 Waterville Rd, North Prairie US-WI 42.97342, -88.442481 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

2/25/2026Grant Park Bird Feeders1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/202676th and Oakwood2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/21/202676th and Oakwood1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

153/4/2026

Mallard

83/4/2026

Mourning Dove

63/4/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

63/4/2026

Blue Jay

33/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

European Starling

63/4/2026

American Robin

23/4/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

123/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

63/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

62/26/2026

Cedar Waxwing

152/26/2026

American Tree Sparrow

22/26/2026

Northern Harrier

12/23/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/23/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/23/2026

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 Engel Conservation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Engel Conservation Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Engel Conservation Area?
Notable species at Engel Conservation Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Sandhill Crane, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Engel Conservation Area?
Birding at Engel Conservation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Engel Conservation Area?
Engel Conservation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.