East Harbor State Park
Ohio · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
About This Location
East Harbor State Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Tundra Swan 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
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
Ross's Goose
Anser rossii
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Trumpeter Swan
Tundra Swan
American Wigeon
Canvasback
Redhead
Ring-necked Duck
Bufflehead
Common Merganser
Red-breasted Merganser
American Herring Gull
Northern Flicker
European Starling
American Robin
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Snow Goose
Mallard
Greater Scaup
Lesser Scaup
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
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Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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