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Sandhill cranes fly from their roost on the Platte River in Hall County at sunrise during their annual stopover in their northward spring migration.

Notable Nebraska Birds

Nebraska is home to some notable bird species that attract people from around the world to come discover while birding across the state. Explore the species below to find more information about where and when to observe them, as well as species information and viewing opportunities.

Bald Eagles

Burrowing owl north of Henry on private land in Sioux County

Burrowing Owl

Greater prairie chickens display on a hilltop lek.

Greater Prairie-Chicken

Harris's Sparrow by Stephen Brenner.

Harris’s Sparrow

Long-billed Curlew

Sandhill Cranes

Sharp-tailed grouse display on a lek.

Sharp-tailed Grouse

Sprague's Pipit by Phil Swanson

Sprague’s Pipit

Trumpeter Swans

Trumpeter Swan

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