F.W. Kent Park

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

F.W. Kent Park is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-necked Pheasant, and Mourning Dove 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

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

3/6/2026Morfsylvania (private land)1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/6/2026Terry Trueblood RA3 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

3/3/2026Us bank1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/3/2026Lake Macbride SP3 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/2/2026Lake Macbride--North Arm1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026Two Horse Farm1 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

2/27/2026Waterworks Prairie Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/27/2026Hawkeye WMA (general location)5 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

2/27/2026Hawkeye WMA--Sand Point1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

2/26/2026Terry Trueblood RA1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/25/2026Roller Dam (S-Curve)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

1003/6/2026

Canada Goose

153/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

33/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

53/4/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

33/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

33/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/4/2026

European Starling

13/4/2026

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 F.W. Kent Park for birding?
The best months to visit F.W. Kent Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at F.W. Kent Park?
Notable species at F.W. Kent Park include Canada Goose, Ring-necked Pheasant, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at F.W. Kent Park?
Birding at F.W. Kent Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at F.W. Kent Park?
F.W. Kent Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.