Urban Park birding habitat

Perryman Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Perryman Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/1/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/1/2026Hydes Rd. Park1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

6/1/2026Woodley Rd. retention ponds1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/1/2026Susquehanna SP--Steppingstone Farm Museum1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park9 observed

Northern Cardinal (Common)

Cardinalis cardinalis

5/31/202665 Weber Ave, Essex US-MD (39.3154,-76.4350)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026Home:110 E. Wallace Ave NE1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/31/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bald Eagle

15/21/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/21/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/21/2026

Blue Jay

25/21/2026

American Crow

25/21/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/21/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/21/2026

Carolina Wren

15/21/2026

European Starling

125/21/2026

Gray Catbird

15/21/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/21/2026

American Robin

25/21/2026

American Goldfinch

55/21/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

15/21/2026

Orchard Oriole

25/21/2026

Common Yellowthroat

25/21/2026

American Redstart

35/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

35/21/2026

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