Missouri Birding Resources

400 species of birds have been recorded in Missouri and over 150 species regularly nest in the state.

The Nifty Fifty

The Nifty Fifty is a mini-guide to the birds of Missouri. It includes descriptions, images, video and songs of 50 of the most often observed birds of Missouri. View the guide by clicking here or on the Nifty Fifty link on the left.

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Some birds prefer to stay near the ground, while others are almost always seen high in a tree. Look for the following notations in the species descriptions to determine where the species is most likely to be seen. If a note is not present, the bird does not have a strong affinity for a particular region.

• Look high.
• Look mid-story.
• Look low.

State Information

Audubon Society of Missouri

Checklist of Missouri Birds

Recent Bird Sightings

Missouri Rare Bird Alerts

(314) 935-8432 St. Louis

Birding Locations

Lake of the Ozarks

Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge

Missouri State Bird - Eastern Bluebird

Missouri Birding Events

Wings of Spring Confluence Birding Festival

Usually in April
Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Alton, Missouri
Phone: 800-258-6645
A series of first-class educational programs and entertaining performers will be taking the stage. Take a guided tour of one of our premier locations along the Mississippi River to see migrating birds in their natural habitat. All birding trips will meet at the respective trip site. The trips are guided and free to the public. Pause for a puzzle. Stay for a short discussion. Or, just color and run. Children of all ages will enjoy the interactive discussion and hands-on activities.

Other resources and locations

If you have suggestions for additional birding resources in Missouri, from web sites to your favorite birding location, submit your information using the following form. You can cut and paste large amounts if text into the information field. Birding locations are the most desired, but any good resource on Missouri birds is welcomed.

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