Cooper Park
Illinois · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Cooper Park is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, and Hooded 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
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Killdeer
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Bald Eagle
American Crow
American Tree Sparrow
Dark-eyed Junco
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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