Lake birding habitat

Imperial Grasslands - Main Pond

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

5/31/2026Wingfield Pines4 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

5/29/2026Tomlinson Run State Park, New Cumberland US-WV 40.54121, -80.586071 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/29/202615126, Imperial US-PA (40.4465,-80.3107)1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/27/2026Sharon Road1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/26/2026Raccoon Creek SP1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/25/2026State Game Lands 1171 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

5/25/2026530 N Fourth St, Steubenville US-OH (40.3664,-80.6117)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/24/2026Fern Hollow Road, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, US (40.571, -80.158)1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/21/2026Raccoon Creek SP1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/20/2026Raccoon Creek SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/31/2026

Killdeer

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Northern Flicker

25/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

65/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

European Starling

75/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/31/2026

American Robin

25/31/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

65/31/2026

Common Grackle

25/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/30/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

15/30/2026

Wood Duck

25/29/2026

American Crow

25/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

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.