Centennial Park, Orland Park
Illinois · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Centennial Park, Orland Park is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Tundra Swan
Cygnus columbianus
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Great Egret
Ardea alba
Northern Mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)
Junco hyemalis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Common Merganser
Red-breasted Merganser
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
American Crow
American Robin
House Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Red-tailed Hawk
Black-capped Chickadee
Dark-eyed Junco
Canvasback
Redhead
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Killdeer
European Starling
Birding Tips
- 1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
- 2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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