Potosi Landing
Wisconsin · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Potosi Landing is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Peregrine Falcon
Falco peregrinus
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Greater White-fronted Goose
Canada Goose
Trumpeter Swan
Wood Duck
Gadwall
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Canvasback
Ring-necked Duck
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Mourning Dove
Sandhill Crane
Ring-billed Gull
American White Pelican
Northern Harrier
Bald Eagle
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
- 2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.