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45 Years of Ring-necked Pheasant Observations

45 Years of Ring-necked Pheasant Observations

Ring-necked Pheasants are a nonnative species brought to Wisconsin in 1916 as a game bird. Management at Goose Pond has primarily focused on the restoration of native habitat to support native species, though pheasants also benefit from these practices.

Photo by Ralph Russo

White-crowned Sparrow: The bird of many songs

White-crowned Sparrow: The bird of many songs

Despite their difficult-to-describe song, White-crowned Sparrows are one of easier sparrows to identify by sight. As their name suggests, these sparrows sport crisp white stripes on the crowns of their heads.

Photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren

Willow Flycatcher

Willow Flycatcher

These small, olive-colored birds, unlike many bird species, are born already knowing their calls. They can be distinguished by the males’ distinct fitz-bew call used to defend their territories. 

Photo by Arlene Koziol