Ritter Farm Park
Minnesota · Midwest
About This Location
Ritter Farm Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Pileated Woodpecker among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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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
White-faced Ibis
Plegadis chihi
Carolina Wren
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Grasshopper Sparrow
Ammodramus savannarum
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Blue-winged Teal
Mallard
Rock Pigeon
Mourning Dove
Sora
Killdeer
Double-crested Cormorant
Turkey Vulture
Osprey
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Eastern Phoebe
Blue Jay
American Crow
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Birding Tips
- 1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
- 2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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