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

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/15/2026Constellation (Private)1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/15/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/15/2026Hart-Miller Island2 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/15/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

4/14/2026stakeout Eurasian Collared-Dove, Havre de Grace (2024–2025)1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/14/2026Constellation (Private)1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/14/2026Susquehanna State Park1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/13/20261614 Cape May Rd, Essex US-MD 39.29622, -76.430351 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/13/2026Cromwell Valley Park2 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/13/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park2 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/12/2026Fish Hatchery Rd. flooded fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Carolina Wren

14/15/2026

Canada Goose

44/15/2026

Wood Duck

24/15/2026

Mallard

14/15/2026

Wild Turkey

44/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

224/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/15/2026

Osprey

44/15/2026

Bald Eagle

44/15/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/15/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Carolina Chickadee

64/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

44/15/2026

Tree Swallow

84/15/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

54/15/2026

Northern House Wren

24/15/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/15/2026

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.