Urban Park birding habitat

Ohio Wesleyan University Campus

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ohio Wesleyan University Campus is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

6/3/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

6/3/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Oxbow Rd.1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/2/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

6/2/2026Delaware SP2 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

6/2/2026Daviff’s house1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

16/2/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

96/2/2026

Canada Goose

16/2/2026

Wood Duck

26/2/2026

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

Sandhill Crane

26/2/2026

Green Heron

26/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Bald Eagle

16/2/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

26/2/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Blue Jay

26/2/2026

Bank Swallow

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

96/2/2026

Purple Martin

26/2/2026

Northern House Wren

36/2/2026

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 Ohio Wesleyan University Campus for birding?
The best months to visit Ohio Wesleyan University Campus for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ohio Wesleyan University Campus?
Notable species at Ohio Wesleyan University Campus include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ohio Wesleyan University Campus?
Birding at Ohio Wesleyan University Campus is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Ohio Wesleyan University Campus?
Ohio Wesleyan University Campus offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.