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

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/21/2026Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/20/20266924 W Sheffield Rd, Hickory Corners US-MI 42.42834, -85.42417Parfett Prairie2 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/18/2026Thousand Oaks2 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/15/20263849–4499 2 Mile Rd, East Leroy US-MI 42.13027, -85.255761 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/13/2026W Main over 1311 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

7/12/2026Thrall lake3 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

7/12/2026Fort Custer Training Center(restricted access), US (42.32, -85.314)1 observed

Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Dryobates pubescens

7/11/2026Little Long Lake House1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

7/11/2026Little Long Lake House6 observed

Barn Swallow (American)

Hirundo rustica

7/11/2026Little Long Lake House6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barred Owl

17/19/2026

Wild Turkey

17/14/2026

Mourning Dove

27/14/2026

Black-billed Cuckoo

17/14/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

27/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/14/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

37/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

27/14/2026

Northern Flicker

17/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/14/2026

Blue Jay

47/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/14/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/14/2026

Gray Catbird

87/14/2026

Wood Thrush

57/14/2026

American Robin

27/14/2026

House Finch

27/14/2026

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.