White Oak Park, Bloomington
Illinois · Midwest
About This Location
White Oak Park, Bloomington is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Redhead among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Orange-crowned Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Western Meadowlark
Sturnella neglecta
Mississippi Kite
Ictinia mississippiensis
American Avocet
Recurvirostra americana
Merlin
Falco columbarius
Ross's Goose
Anser rossii
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Mourning Dove
American Crow
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Carolina Wren
European Starling
American Robin
House Sparrow
House Finch
Chipping Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Northern Cardinal
Blue-winged Teal
Chimney Swift
Killdeer
Great Blue Heron
Birding Tips
- 1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
- 2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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