Urban Park birding habitat

Burns Park

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Burns Park is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Eastern Phoebe, and Carolina Chickadee among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/7/202672211, Little Rock US-AR 34.72906, -92.422651 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

6/6/2026Lake Conway--Adams Lake Landing2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bald Eagle

16/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/19/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

16/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/19/2026

Tufted Titmouse

16/19/2026

European Starling

126/19/2026

Eastern Bluebird

36/19/2026

Baltimore Oriole

46/19/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

56/19/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/7/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/7/2026

Carolina Chickadee

36/7/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/7/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/7/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

46/7/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

16/6/2026

Mississippi Kite

26/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Burns Park for birding?
The best months to visit Burns Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Burns Park?
Notable species at Burns Park include Mallard, Eastern Phoebe, Carolina Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Burns Park?
Birding at Burns Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Burns Park?
Burns Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.