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

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

6/1/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2025)1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

6/1/2026Estabrook Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/31/202616290 W Crescent Dr, New Berlin US-WI 42.96841, -88.117321 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American White Pelican

386/1/2026

Canada Goose

15/31/2026

Mallard

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

305/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

35/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

55/31/2026

Barn Swallow

85/31/2026

Northern House Wren

25/31/2026

European Starling

105/31/2026

Gray Catbird

35/31/2026

American Robin

155/31/2026

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.