Maywood Environmental Area

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Maywood Environmental Area is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Sandhill Crane, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Great Tit

Parus major

3/4/2026Yard1 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

3/3/2026Home4 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/28/2026Home - Howards Grove1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/27/2026300 Riverside Circle, Plymouth, Wisconsin, US (43.756, -87.978)1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/27/2026Sheboygan Inner Harbor1 observed

Common Goldeneye x Hooded Merganser (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x Lophodytes cucullatus

2/23/2026Sheboygan Outer Harbor1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

123/2/2026

Sandhill Crane

13/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/2/2026

American Crow

43/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/2/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/2/2026

Mourning Dove

42/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

22/28/2026

Northern Flicker

22/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

Brown Creeper

22/28/2026

American Robin

12/28/2026

American Goldfinch

32/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

72/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

42/28/2026

Canada Goose

72/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

22/24/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

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 Maywood Environmental Area for birding?
The best months to visit Maywood Environmental Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Maywood Environmental Area?
Notable species at Maywood Environmental Area include Mallard, Sandhill Crane, Red-bellied Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Maywood Environmental Area?
Birding at Maywood Environmental Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Maywood Environmental Area?
Maywood Environmental Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.