Urban Park birding habitat

Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, and Ruddy Duck among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/14/2026Vernon Blades Park1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/14/2026Vernon Blades Park1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/9/20261603 Brices Creek Road, New Bern, North Carolina, US (35.068, -77.07)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Osprey

17/19/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/18/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/18/2026

Gray Catbird

17/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

47/18/2026

Mourning Dove

217/17/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

87/17/2026

Killdeer

47/17/2026

Laughing Gull

447/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

87/17/2026

Green Heron

77/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

37/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

67/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

47/17/2026

Northern Flicker

27/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

57/17/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) for birding?
The best months to visit Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Notable species at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) include Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, Ruddy Duck, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Birding at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.