Urban Park birding habitat

F.W. Kent Park

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

F.W. Kent Park is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-necked Pheasant, and Mourning Dove 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

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

6/19/20265853 26th Street Southwest, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, US (41.922, -91.706)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/15/2026Terry Trueblood RA1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

6/14/2026903 East College Street, Iowa City, Iowa, US (41.659, -91.523)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

6/12/2026Brown Deer Golf Club, Coralville US-IA 41.70678, -91.573842 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

6/11/2026Amana--Lily Pond4 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

6/7/2026North Ridge Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-headed Woodpecker

26/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/14/2026

Blue Jay

16/14/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/14/2026

Eastern Bluebird

16/14/2026

House Finch

36/14/2026

American Goldfinch

16/14/2026

Field Sparrow

26/14/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

16/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

26/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/14/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

16/14/2026

Trumpeter Swan

16/14/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

16/14/2026

Mourning Dove

16/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/14/2026

Northern Flicker

16/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/14/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit F.W. Kent Park for birding?
The best months to visit F.W. Kent Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at F.W. Kent Park?
Notable species at F.W. Kent Park include Canada Goose, Ring-necked Pheasant, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at F.W. Kent Park?
Birding at F.W. Kent Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at F.W. Kent Park?
F.W. Kent Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.