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

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/21/2026Hudson Blvd Ag. Pond1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/21/2026Fort Snelling SP--Pike Island1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/21/2026140th St. Marsh2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/21/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

7/20/2026Linwood Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

27/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/21/2026

Northern House Wren

27/21/2026

American Robin

37/21/2026

American Goldfinch

37/21/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

47/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/19/2026

Green Heron

17/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

17/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/19/2026

American Crow

17/19/2026

Brown Creeper

17/19/2026

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.