IBA Site Information

Donnellson Unit, Shimek S.F.
Not Accepted - Duplicate
Lee County  
Directions:  In western Lee Co. The entrance is 5.5 miles west of U.S. 218 along Hwy. 2, north side of the road.
Description:  The Donnellson Unit of Shimek S.F. is a standard stop for birders seeking nesting passerine rarities in southeast Iowa. Annual finds during nesting season at Donnellson include White-eyed Vireo, Worm-eating Warbler, Kentucky Warbler, Hooded Warbler, and Yellow-breasted Chat.
Criteria for this site
High conservation priority
Habitats found in this site
Woodland
Grassland
Savanna/Shrub
Ownership
State