faville grove

Greater White-fronted Goose

Greater White-fronted Goose

As flocks of cranes, geese, and ducks pass overhead, keep an ear out for less familiar calls such as the high-pitched yodel of Greater White-Fronted Geese (Anser albifrons).

photo by Mike Budd/USFWS

Blue Jay

Blue Jay

Blue Jays, with their quirky attributes, are quite a fun bird to observe and get to know. They can be found year round at Faville Grove, often seen in oak woodlands or savannas like the Lake Mills Ledge.

photo by Courtney Celley/USFWS

Brown Creeper

Brown Creeper

Now that the hush of winter is falling over the landscape, birders yearn for the chirping symphony of spring. But the bare trees and quiet air provide an opportunity for some more discreet birds to shine, such as the Brown Creeper. 

photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren