IBA Site Information

Snake Creek Marsh
State IBA
Greene County  
Directions:  2 mi N of Rippey on CR T46
Description:  LeConte's and Nelson's Sparrows, Yellow Rails, and Bobolinks which are local and under pressure throughout their breeding and wintering ranges, regularly use this as a migration stop. This vanishing habitat type needs preservation for its uniqueness as well as to supply a valuable rest stop for these and other species.
Criteria for this site
High conservation priority
Rare or unique habitat
Significant species concentrations
Habitats found in this site
Wetland
Grassland
Ownership
State