Urban Park birding habitat

Terra Park

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Terra Park is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Barred Owl, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

6/14/2026NE Bluff Dr. south of NE 118th Ave.1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

6/14/2026Saylorville Reservoir--Big Creek spillway area1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/14/2026NE Hubbell Rd, Bondurant US-IA (41.7433,-93.3932)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/13/2026Dalander Cemetery1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

6/12/20268513 Wooded Point Drive, Johnston, Iowa, US (41.684, -93.736)1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

6/11/2026Saylorville Reservoir--Oak Grove Recreation Area5 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/11/2026Saylorville Reservoir--Big Creek spillway area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

66/6/2026

Tree Swallow

16/6/2026

Northern House Wren

16/6/2026

Gray Catbird

46/6/2026

American Robin

26/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/6/2026

Olive-sided Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

16/1/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

16/1/2026

European Starling

36/1/2026

House Sparrow

66/1/2026

American Goldfinch

16/1/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/1/2026

Baltimore Oriole

26/1/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

36/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/1/2026

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 Terra Park for birding?
The best months to visit Terra Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Terra Park?
Notable species at Terra Park include Canada Goose, Barred Owl, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Terra Park?
Birding at Terra Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Terra Park?
Terra Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.