Last updated: November 14, 2024
Place
Birds of the Freeman Homestead, wayside exhibit
NPS/Robert Hartwig
Quick Facts
Location:
Homestead National Historical Park
Designation:
wayside exhibit
Amenities
2 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information
Birds are often looking for similar environmental characteristics to those looked for by people hoping to succeed on a homesteading claim. Water, trees or bushes, and a biodiverse ecosystem capable of providing sufficient nourishment.
While the prairie in front of you experienced a low point during the dust bowl, starting in 1939, efforts were undertaken to restore this 100 acre tallgrass prairie. As a sign of success, this prairie now draws many species of birds.
Look for meadowlarks, dickcissels, and red-winged blackbirds as you walk the prairie. Observe woodpeckers, northern flickers, and vireos as you near wooded areas. Perhaps you'll even find herons and ducks as you cross over the creek. You might be surprised to see how much wildlife changes from one place to another.
While the prairie in front of you experienced a low point during the dust bowl, starting in 1939, efforts were undertaken to restore this 100 acre tallgrass prairie. As a sign of success, this prairie now draws many species of birds.
Look for meadowlarks, dickcissels, and red-winged blackbirds as you walk the prairie. Observe woodpeckers, northern flickers, and vireos as you near wooded areas. Perhaps you'll even find herons and ducks as you cross over the creek. You might be surprised to see how much wildlife changes from one place to another.