Urban Park birding habitat

Pinconning Park

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pinconning Park is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/18/2026Nayanquing Point SWA2 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

4/18/2026Nayanquing Point SWA1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

4/17/2026Nayanquing Point SWA1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/16/2026Brothers House , 3455 Townline Rd, Omer US-MI (44.0792,-83.9443)11 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/14/2026Nayanquing Point SWA1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

4/13/2026Joseph M. Soehnel Nature Trail/Hampton Twp. Nature Trail1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/11/2026669 N Elevator Rd, Linwood US-MI 43.75769, -83.958251 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/9/2026Santiago Rd. boardwalk1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/9/2026Frank Andersen Nature Trail1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/7/2026Nayanquing Point SWA1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/7/2026Nayanquing Point SWA2 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

4/7/2026Nayanquing Point SWA1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/6/2026Quanicassee SWA--Finn Rd. terminus1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/6/2026Quanicassee SWA--Finn Rd. terminus2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

64/11/2026

Trumpeter Swan

44/11/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/11/2026

Mallard

44/11/2026

Northern Pintail

104/11/2026

Common Merganser

24/11/2026

Mourning Dove

24/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

44/11/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/11/2026

Great Egret

104/11/2026

Northern Harrier

14/11/2026

Northern Flicker

14/11/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/11/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/11/2026

Tree Swallow

84/11/2026

Brown Creeper

14/11/2026

American Robin

44/11/2026

Song Sparrow

104/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/11/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pinconning Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pinconning Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pinconning Park?
Notable species at Pinconning Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pinconning Park?
Birding at Pinconning Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pinconning Park?
Pinconning Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.