Urban Park birding habitat

Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway)

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway) is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Sandhill Crane 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

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/16/2026KNC Tallgrass Prairie1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/16/2026Asylum Lake Preserve1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/16/2026Kleinstuck Preserve1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/14/2026Woodhams Ave1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/13/2026Fort Custer SRA1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/13/2026Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/11/2026Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/11/2026Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/10/2026Morrow pond boat access1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/4/20268477–8999 R Ave E, Scotts US-MI 42.18684, -85.459382 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

84/15/2026

Wild Turkey

144/15/2026

Mourning Dove

44/15/2026

Killdeer

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/15/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

24/15/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Northern Flicker

14/15/2026

Blue Jay

34/15/2026

American Crow

74/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

64/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

44/15/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/15/2026

Carolina Wren

24/15/2026

European Starling

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway) for birding?
The best months to visit Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway)?
Notable species at Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway) include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Sandhill Crane, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway)?
Birding at Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway)?
Pitsfield Banding Station (park at end of driveway) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.