Howard Marsh Metropark
Ohio · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, 7 AM - dark
About This Location
Howard Marsh Metropark is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Killdeer 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
Red-necked Phalarope
Phalaropus lobatus
Black-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Northern Pintail
Anas acuta
Northern Shoveler
Spatula clypeata
Dark-eyed Junco
Junco hyemalis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Graylag Goose
Canada Goose
Blue-winged Teal
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Common Gallinule
Black-necked Stilt
Killdeer
Short-billed Dowitcher
Lesser Yellowlegs
Least Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Ring-billed Gull
Caspian Tern
Common Tern
Double-crested Cormorant
Black-crowned Night Heron
Snowy Egret
Great Egret
Great Blue Heron
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
- 4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Magee Marsh Wildlife Area
- Ottawa NWR
- Maumee Bay State Park
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