Urban Park birding habitat

Perryville Community Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Perryville Community Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and American Black Duck 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

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/17/2026Fair Hill NRMA1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/17/20263633 Old Level Road, Havre de Grace, Maryland, US (39.582, -76.2)2 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/17/2026Susquehanna SP--Rock Run Historic Area1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

4/17/2026APG: Magazine Rd. Area2 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/17/2026Susquehanna State Park1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/17/2026Susquehanna State Park1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

4/16/2026Nottingham County Park2 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/16/2026Springlawn Road, Landenberg, Pennsylvania, US (39.737, -75.866)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/16/2026Springlawn Road, Landenberg, Pennsylvania, US (39.737, -75.866)1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/15/2026Constellation (Private)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

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

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/14/2026Susquehanna State Park1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/13/2026Bethel WMA1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/13/2026Bethel WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Mockingbird

14/15/2026

Osprey

24/11/2026

Bald Eagle

14/11/2026

Fish Crow

34/11/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/11/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/11/2026

European Starling

64/11/2026

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 Perryville Community Park for birding?
The best months to visit Perryville Community Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Perryville Community Park?
Notable species at Perryville Community Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, American Black Duck, Canvasback, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Perryville Community Park?
Birding at Perryville Community Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Perryville Community Park?
Perryville Community Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.