Urban Park birding habitat

Crosby Farm Regional Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Crosby Farm Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Barred Owl, and American Crow 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

6/1/2026East Mississippi River Flats, Minneapolis1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)

Anser albifrons

5/31/2026Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve (Scott Co.)1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/31/2026Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve--Kelling Woods1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/31/2026Fish Creek Natural Area1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

5/31/2026Lebanon Hills btwn Pilot Knob and Johnny Cake1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/31/2026Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve--Forest trails (Scott Co.)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/31/20263424 Tall Pine Trail, Stillwater US-MN 45.05525, -92.859041 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/31/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/29/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/28/2026Lost Valley Prairie SNA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

26/1/2026

Wood Duck

146/1/2026

Mallard

56/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/1/2026

Belted Kingfisher

26/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

36/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

76/1/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

56/1/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

36/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

56/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

56/1/2026

Blue Jay

46/1/2026

American Crow

16/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

36/1/2026

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 Crosby Farm Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Crosby Farm Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Crosby Farm Regional Park?
Notable species at Crosby Farm Regional Park include Canada Goose, Barred Owl, American Crow, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Crosby Farm Regional Park?
Birding at Crosby Farm Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Crosby Farm Regional Park?
Crosby Farm Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.