Urban Park birding habitat

Virmond Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Virmond Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

5/30/2026Riveredge Nature Center - West1 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

Eastern Wood-Pewee

55/29/2026

Mourning Dove

25/25/2026

Killdeer

15/25/2026

Ring-billed Gull

115/25/2026

Turkey Vulture

65/25/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/25/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/25/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/25/2026

Blue Jay

55/25/2026

Gray Catbird

15/25/2026

American Robin

15/25/2026

House Finch

15/25/2026

Song Sparrow

25/25/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/25/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

135/25/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/25/2026

American Redstart

15/25/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/25/2026

Northern Flicker

25/24/2026

Olive-sided Flycatcher

15/24/2026

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 Virmond Park for birding?
The best months to visit Virmond Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Virmond Park?
Notable species at Virmond Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Virmond Park?
Birding at Virmond Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Virmond Park?
Virmond Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.