Urban Park birding habitat

Bender Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bender Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Long-tailed 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/20/2026Lakeshore SP/Harbor Island1 observed

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

7/20/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2024-2026)1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

7/20/2026McKinley Beach1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/19/20264 Mile Rd.-Private Residence1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/19/2026Wehr Nature Center1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/17/2026Wind Lake (Racine Co.)1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/17/2026Lakeshore SP/Harbor Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

17/15/2026

Mourning Dove

57/15/2026

Killdeer

27/15/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

607/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/15/2026

Northern Flicker

17/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/15/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/15/2026

Blue Jay

17/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/15/2026

Bank Swallow

307/15/2026

Barn Swallow

107/15/2026

Cliff Swallow

267/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/15/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/15/2026

Northern House Wren

17/15/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bender Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bender Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bender Park?
Notable species at Bender Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bender Park?
Birding at Bender Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bender Park?
Bender Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.