Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, and Lesser Scaup among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Redhead Ring-necked Duck Lesser Scaup Hooded Merganser Killdeer

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/11/2026Peters Lake Park1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/6/2026Imperial Grasslands—Solar Dr. Industrial Park1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/5/2026David L Lawrence Convention Center Rooftop1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/3/2026Our backyard on Parker1 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

7/3/2026Imperial Grasslands--Truck Stop1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

7/1/2026Wingfield Pines1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

127/9/2026

Killdeer

57/9/2026

Barn Swallow

37/9/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/9/2026

American Robin

17/9/2026

Cedar Waxwing

37/9/2026

American Goldfinch

27/9/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

17/9/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/9/2026

Song Sparrow

17/9/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

17/9/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/9/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/9/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/9/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/9/2026

Mourning Dove

17/8/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/8/2026

American Crow

27/8/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

27/8/2026

European Starling

147/8/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond for birding?▼

The best months to visit Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond?▼

Notable species at Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond include Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, Lesser Scaup, Hooded Merganser, Killdeer. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond?▼

Birding at Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond?▼

Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.