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

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

Ring-billed Gull

27/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

37/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

17/19/2026

American Crow

27/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

47/19/2026

Gray Catbird

17/19/2026

American Robin

57/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/19/2026

American Goldfinch

17/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/19/2026

Great Egret

17/10/2026

Mourning Dove

17/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

37/10/2026

Northern Flicker

37/10/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/10/2026

Bank Swallow

107/10/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

37/10/2026

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.