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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

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