Jones Park

Mississippi · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jones Park is a productive birding destination in Mississippi, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/6/2026Charlie’s Place1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

3/5/2026Keesler AFB1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/2/2026E Beach Blvd, Pass Christian1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/28/2026Bayview Ave.--shrimp boat harbor area1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

2/27/2026E Beach Blvd, Pass Christian US-MS 30.31790, -89.233321 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

43/6/2026

Black-bellied Plover

103/6/2026

Marbled Godwit

153/6/2026

Willet

63/6/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

43/6/2026

Sanderling

403/6/2026

Dunlin

1003/6/2026

Laughing Gull

2003/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

203/6/2026

American Herring Gull

83/6/2026

Black Skimmer

4003/6/2026

Forster's Tern

153/6/2026

Royal Tern

253/6/2026

Snowy Egret

83/6/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/5/2026

Brown Pelican

13/5/2026

Fish Crow

53/5/2026

European Starling

153/5/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jones Park for birding?
The best months to visit Jones Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jones Park?
Notable species at Jones Park include Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Marbled Godwit, Willet. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jones Park?
Birding at Jones Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Jones Park?
Jones Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.