Wildlife Update: June 22, 2026

Featured Image by Kaylei Hoisington

Weather cooled down a bit this past week after a lot of hot weather. We also had several days of rain and storms that came after the stormy week. The ten-day forecast looks like it will remain a bit cooler (highs in the 70’s), with additional rain on the way.

Migration has come to an end, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still many birds to see in the Grantsburg Area! We still have a large number of summer residents, and this time of the year is also special because visitors have the opportunity to see lots of baby animals.

Some of the baby animal reports this week included Sandhill crane colts, Trumpeter swan cygnets, Red fox kits, Black bear cubs, White-tailed deer fawns, a number of ducklings of different species, and many other birds!

Because we are amid “baby animals season”, the WDNR would like to remind visitors to Keep Wildlife Wild whenever possible. It’s important to observe wildlife at a respectful distance and always remember that a young animal’s best chance for survival is with its parents (there are a few exceptions for wildlife young who do not stay with their mother; this includes things like turtles, who are completely independent upon hatching).

Bird sightings within the last week at Crex Meadows, Fish Lake, Amsterdam Sloughs, and surrounding area:

Mammals seen in the area within the last week:

Sightings of Flowers in Bloom: