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Birds in Indiana
Birds in Indiana: Indiana's Lake Michigan shoreline and interior forests support migrating songbirds. This guide lists the common backyard birds, a month-by-month calendar, and the best places to go bird watching in Indiana.
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Common Birds in Indiana
The most frequently reported bird species across Indiana. Click any bird for full profiles, photos, calls, and attraction tips.
Backyard Birds in Indiana
Indiana backyard birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens. These are the species you’re most likely to attract with the right food, plants, and habitat setup.
Where to Go Bird Watching in Indiana
The best places to see birds in Indiana, from national wildlife refuges to local sanctuaries.
Indiana Dunes National Park
Lake Michigan shorebird and warbler migration stop.
Birds in Indiana by Month
What to expect each month: migration arrivals, departures, and seasonal highlights.
Birds by Habitat in Indiana
Indiana spans 3 major habitat types. Explore birds adapted to each environment.
Birds in neighboring states
About birding in Indiana
Indiana is located in the Midwest region of the United States and falls along the Mississippi Flyway, one of four major North American migration routes. The state is home to more than 400 bird species across 3 habitat types: forest, wetland, urban.
Whether you’re a backyard birder in Indianapolis or planning a trip to Indiana Dunes National Park, this guide covers the most commonly seen species, seasonal patterns, and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in Indiana.