Voice of America MetroPark

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Voice of America MetroPark is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/1/2026Cincinnati Zoological Gardens (please do not report the ducks)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/28/2026Clepper Park1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

2/27/2026Gilmore Ponds MetroPark (do not walk along or cross railroad tracks)1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

2/27/2026The Watson Retreat (Private Residence)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

2/25/20264199 Green Arbors Ln, Cincinnati US-OH 39.29399, -84.301031 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/25/2026Antenen Nature Preserve MetroPark3 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/24/2026Voice of America MetroPark1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/22/20265809 Weaver Rd, Batavia US-OH 39.16456, -84.1163615 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

2/21/2026Otto Armleder Memorial Park--Loop Trailhead1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

2/21/2026Fernald Preserve--North Woods (Butler Co.)1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Red)

Passerella iliaca

2/20/2026401–423 Caldwell Dr, Cincinnati US-OH 39.20608, -84.491401 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

43/6/2026

Mallard

83/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

83/6/2026

Mourning Dove

33/6/2026

Killdeer

123/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Horned Lark

103/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

House Sparrow

13/6/2026

American Pipit

53/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

American Woodcock

203/5/2026

Wilson's Snipe

23/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Short-eared Owl

23/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

153/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

63/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 Voice of America MetroPark for birding?
The best months to visit Voice of America MetroPark for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Voice of America MetroPark?
Notable species at Voice of America MetroPark include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Voice of America MetroPark?
Birding at Voice of America MetroPark is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Voice of America MetroPark?
Voice of America MetroPark offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.