Parula, Northern
Description: Look for this common migrant warbler in any wooded habitat at the Garden.
Owl, Short-eared
Description: If this state-endangered owl is seen at the Garden, it is either flying over, or roosting on the ground, in the Dixon Prairie.
Owl, Northern Saw-whet
Description: Look carefully for the smallest owl species at the Garden during its migration in late October and November. Although it is difficult to find, it may be seen in any shrubby or wooded area.
Owl, Long-eared
Description: This nomadic owl appears erratically and may be seen in conifer plantings or in the McDonald Woods.
Owl, Great Horned***
Description: This large owl is commonly seen at the Garden as it nests in old hawk nests in the McDonald Woods or other wooded areas.
Owl, Eastern Screech***
Description: One of the smallest owls at the Garden, this elusive bird nests in holes in trees trees and bird houses. It may be found in wooded areas.
Ovenbird
Description: Look for this common migrant and potential breeding species in any wooded habitat at the Garden. Like most ground nesting species, they are negatively affected by abundant deer populations and degradation of our woodlands.
Osprey
Description: This state-endangered bird is often seen hovering and diving into the lakes for fish.
Oriole, Orchard***
Description: Look in areas of scattered trees for this distinctively colored bird of open savanna habitats. They are often seen in the Dixon Prairie.
Oriole, Baltimore***
This brightly colored member of the blackbird family is a common breeding bird at the Garden. It is usually found around groves of cottonwoods and willow trees where it constructs a characteristic, pendent nest.