Urban Park birding habitat

Grant Park - general

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Grant Park - general is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Downy Woodpecker 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

5/31/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2025)1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/31/20267820 N Fairchild Rd, Fox Point US-WI 43.15835, -87.907691 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

5/31/2026Menomonee River PKWY #81 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

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

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/30/2026Lake Park (general)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

15/30/2026

Mallard

55/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Killdeer

25/30/2026

Semipalmated Plover

25/30/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

25/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

305/30/2026

American Herring Gull

25/30/2026

Caspian Tern

15/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

25/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

American White Pelican

135/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/30/2026

Blue Jay

35/30/2026

American Crow

15/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

25/30/2026

Bank Swallow

15/30/2026

Tree Swallow

55/30/2026

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 Grant Park - general for birding?
The best months to visit Grant Park - general for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Grant Park - general?
Notable species at Grant Park - general include Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grant Park - general?
Birding at Grant Park - general is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Grant Park - general?
Grant Park - general offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.