Urban Park birding habitat

Bles Park

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bles Park is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Common Merganser, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/21/2026Welsh Park, Rockville2 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

7/20/2026Gunners Lake1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

7/19/2026Lake Fairfax Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

17/18/2026

Mourning Dove

17/18/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/18/2026

Great Egret

17/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/18/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/18/2026

Fish Crow

17/18/2026

Carolina Chickadee

67/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/18/2026

Carolina Wren

17/18/2026

Gray Catbird

17/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

147/18/2026

Wood Duck

117/17/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/17/2026

Green Heron

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/17/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

27/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/17/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bles Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bles Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bles Park?
Notable species at Bles Park include Mallard, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bles Park?
Birding at Bles Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bles Park?
Bles Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.