Urban Park birding habitat

N. P. Dodge Park

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

N. P. Dodge Park is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Osprey (American)

Pandion haliaetus

6/2/2026Pershing Drive hike-bike trail2 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

6/2/2026Fontenelle Park1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

6/2/2026Pershing Drive hike-bike trail1 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

6/1/2026Walnut Creek RA1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk (Northern)

Buteo platypterus

6/1/2026Chalco Hills RA1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/1/2026Glacier Creek Preserve2 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/1/2026Blackstone District, 40th and Harney1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/31/2026First Home | Omaha1 observed

Northern Bobwhite

Colinus virginianus

5/31/2026DeSoto NWR (IA)3 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/31/2026Backyard1 observed

Sandhill Crane (Greater)

Antigone canadensis

5/31/2026County Road 51, Fort Calhoun US-NE 41.43195, -95.964101 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/31/2026Fontenelle Forest--Uplands North1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/30/2026Hummel Park

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

156/2/2026

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

Killdeer

26/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

26/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

26/2/2026

American Kestrel

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/2/2026

Blue Jay

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

26/2/2026

Barn Swallow

46/2/2026

Northern House Wren

26/2/2026

European Starling

46/2/2026

Gray Catbird

36/2/2026

American Robin

56/2/2026

House Sparrow

26/2/2026

Orchard Oriole

26/2/2026

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 N. P. Dodge Park for birding?
The best months to visit N. P. Dodge Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at N. P. Dodge Park?
Notable species at N. P. Dodge Park include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, Red-tailed Hawk, European Starling. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at N. P. Dodge Park?
Birding at N. P. Dodge Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at N. P. Dodge Park?
N. P. Dodge Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.