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Farnsworth Metropark

Ohio · Midwest

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Farnsworth Metropark is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Gadwall, American Wigeon, 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

GadwallAmerican WigeonMallardRedheadHooded Merganser

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/4/2026My Home1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/3/2026Providence Metropark--Dam and Wolf Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Gadwall

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

6 birds

American Wigeon

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

8 birds

Mallard

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

10 birds

Redhead

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

4 birds

Hooded Merganser

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

3 birds

Ring-billed Gull

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

200 birds

Canada Goose

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

32 birds

Northern Shoveler

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

2 birds

Mourning Dove

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

2 birds

American Herring Gull

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

6 birds

Great Black-backed Gull

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

1 birds

Northern Flicker

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

1 birds

American Crow

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

2 birds

Northern Cardinal

Farnsworth Metropark

3/4/2026

1 birds

Common Merganser

Farnsworth Metropark

3/1/2026

1 birds

American Robin

Farnsworth Metropark

3/1/2026

3 birds

House Sparrow

Farnsworth Metropark

3/1/2026

1 birds

Dark-eyed Junco

Farnsworth Metropark

3/1/2026

2 birds

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
Restrooms
Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Farnsworth Metropark for birding?▼
The best months to visit Farnsworth Metropark for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Farnsworth Metropark?▼
Notable species at Farnsworth Metropark include Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Redhead, Hooded Merganser. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Farnsworth Metropark?▼
Birding at Farnsworth Metropark is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Farnsworth Metropark?▼
Farnsworth Metropark offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.