Credit Island Park

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Credit Island Park is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/4/2026Mississippi River Lock & Dam 14 (Iowa)1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/3/2026Fisherman’s Corner Recreation Area1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/28/2026MidAmerican Energy Building2 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

2/23/2026Fairmount Cemetery NW, Davenport 41.51312, -90.639551 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

13/4/2026

Canada Goose

123/4/2026

Mallard

183/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/4/2026

Common Merganser

23/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

543/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/4/2026

American White Pelican

563/4/2026

Bald Eagle

33/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

European Starling

343/4/2026

American Robin

143/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  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 Credit Island Park for birding?
The best months to visit Credit Island Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Credit Island Park?
Notable species at Credit Island Park include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Lesser Scaup, Common Merganser. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Credit Island Park?
Birding at Credit Island Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Credit Island Park?
Credit Island Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.