Important Bird Areas
Haehnle Sanctuary
A large non-tidal wetland interspersed with upland prairie and deciduous woodlands.
Ornithological Summary
Important for fall migration of Greater Sandhill Cranes. Black Terns nest in the Sanctuary in low numbers. More than 200 other bird species have been seen here.
Conservation Issues
invasive species threaten the wetland habitats. Slight risks to the Sandhill Cranes are predation and excessive disturbance.
Ownership
Michigan Audubon Society
Habitat
Deciduous woods, grassland (transitioning into shrubland), non-tidal wetland.
Land Use
recreation/tourism, wildlife conservation/research