Simpson Park
Missouri · Midwest
About This Location
Simpson Park is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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
Black-billed Cuckoo
Coccyzus erythropthalmus
Wilson's Snipe
Gallinago delicata
Black Vulture
Coragyps atratus
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Nelson's Sparrow (Interior)
Ammospiza nelsoni
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Nelson's Sparrow
Ammospiza nelsoni
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta canadensis
Connecticut Warbler
Oporornis agilis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Chimney Swift
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Egret
Great Blue Heron
Red-tailed Hawk
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Eastern Kingbird
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Red-eyed Vireo
American Crow
Fish Crow
Tufted Titmouse
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Carolina Wren
House Finch
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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