Tundra Swan (average 500+ annually during fall migration 1995), Greater Scaup (average 5000+ annually during fall migration 1995), and a diver mix averaging 20,000+ annually during spring and fall migrations 1995. In spring, the most prevalent species is Lesser Scaup. In late fall the mix contains large numbers of Greater Scaup, Canvasback, and other divers, in addition to good numbers of Tundra Swans. Increased numbers in recent years may be tied to the recent infestation of the zebra mussel into the shallow waters of Saginaw Bay. The totals are those of the local observer and other regional observers. Managed marshes are regularly used by such breeders as American and Least Bitterns, several species of waterfowl, including Redheads, Common Moorhens, Forster's and Black Terns, and Yellow-headed Blackbirds. Winter birds also use the area regularly with the most striking being Snowy Owls.

Nayanquing Point Wildlife Area is one of the most visited areas in Saginaw Bay for water birds. It is also home to one of the oldest and largest colonies of Yellow-headed Blackbirds in the state. In the spring and fall, Nayanquing is home to huge numbers of migrating waterfowl and smaller numbers of gulls and shorebirds. Such finds as Trumpeter Swan (banded bird from Minnesota population), Greater White-fronted Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Arctic Tern, Little, Franklin's, Laughing, and Lesser Black-backed Gulls and Long-tailed Jaeger have been noted in recent years. Many waterfowl are seen in the summer months as this area also hosts a wide variety of nesting ducks. Species such as Green-winged Teal, American Black Duck, Northern Pintail, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, and Redhead are noted here in small numbers each summer. Some of the more interesting residents include Pied-billed Grebe, Black-crowned Night-Heron, American and Least Bitterns, Common Moorhen, Ring-necked Pheasant, Black and Forster's Terns, Marsh and Sedge Wrens, and Willow Flycatcher.

While you are visiting, be sure to visit the Nayanquing Headquarters on Tower Beach Road, where you can pick up more information about the Point!