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Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only)

Ohio · Midwest

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only) is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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

Canada GooseGadwallAmerican WigeonRing-billed GullAmerican Herring Gull

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/3/2026Eric Mullholand Property2 observed

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

3/1/2026Springville Marsh State Nature Preserve2 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/27/2026Riverside Park, Findlay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

352/21/2026

Gadwall

12/21/2026

American Wigeon

22/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

152/21/2026

American Herring Gull

52/21/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/21/2026

Blue Jay

12/21/2026

Brown Creeper

12/21/2026

House Finch

22/21/2026

White-throated Sparrow

22/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only)?▼
Notable species at Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only) include Canada Goose, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only)?▼
Birding at Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only)?▼
Clay Pits - West of Marion Township Road 227 (view from roadside only) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.