Rocky River Park
Ohio · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Rocky River Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Gadwall, Mallard, and Green-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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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Blue-headed Vireo
Vireo solitarius
Snowy Egret
Egretta thula
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Setophaga coronata
Snowy Owl
Bubo scandiacus
American Pipit
Anthus rubescens
Red Knot
Calidris canutus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Double-crested Cormorant
Purple Martin
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Barn Swallow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Blue Jay
American Robin
Mourning Dove
Chimney Swift
Great Blue Heron
Eastern Kingbird
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Red-eyed Vireo
European Starling
Swainson's Thrush
Song Sparrow
Birding Tips
- 1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
- 2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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