Glacier Ridge Metro Park
Ohio · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Glacier Ridge Metro Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and urban park habitat attracts Mallard, White-breasted Nuthatch, and White-throated Sparrow 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
Merlin
Falco columbarius
Neotropic Cormorant
Nannopterum brasilianum
Eurasian Wigeon
Mareca penelope
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
Red-throated Loon
Gavia stellata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
White-breasted Nuthatch
White-throated Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Cardinal
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
American Woodcock
European Starling
American Robin
American Tree Sparrow
Common Grackle
Eastern Bluebird
Great Horned Owl
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
American Crow
Carolina Chickadee
Song Sparrow
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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