Birds Often Seen in Open Fields Herons, Egrets and Bitterns – Family Ardeidae 
The Cattle Egret is often seen searching for insects, snakes or frogs. As its name suggests, it is often seen around cattle. Hawks, Kites, Eagles – Family Accipitridae 
The Northern Harrier flies low over open fields in search of prey. A bright white rump patch is often visible. Gulls, Terns and Skimmers – Family Laridae 
The Ring-billed Gull is widespread. Almost always seen in flocks, some quite large. Seen in fields, mall parking lots, and a variety of other locations. Blackbirds, including Meadowlarks, Blackbirds, Grackles, Orioles - Family Icteridae  The Western Meadowlark (shown here) and the Eastern Meadowlark are very similar in appearance. They prefer a short-grass habitat. |
