Urban Park birding habitat

Pemberton Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pemberton Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Wood Duck, Turkey Vulture, and Red-bellied Woodpecker among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/31/2026Deal Island--Game Reserve Rd.1 observed

Canada Goose (canadensis Group)

Branta canadensis

5/22/20261009 Monitor Ct, Salisbury US-MD 38.37938, -75.597481 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/21/2026Colbourne Mill Rd.1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

5/19/20263101–3145 Elliott Island Rd, Vienna US-MD 38.35038, -75.937411 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/19/2026Deal Island--Game Reserve Rd.91 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/18/2026511 Sheldon Ave, Fruitland1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

5/18/2026Deal Island--Game Reserve Rd.1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

5/18/2026Twilley's Bridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

305/30/2026

Mallard

135/30/2026

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Chimney Swift

45/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

85/30/2026

Eastern Screech-Owl

35/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

45/30/2026

American Crow

55/30/2026

American Robin

5/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/30/2026

Common Grackle

5/30/2026

Laughing Gull

45/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

55/30/2026

Osprey

35/30/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Carolina Wren

15/30/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/30/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pemberton Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pemberton Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pemberton Park?
Notable species at Pemberton Park include Wood Duck, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Carolina Chickadee. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pemberton Park?
Birding at Pemberton Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pemberton Park?
Pemberton Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.