Headlands Beach State Park
Ohio · Midwest
About This Location
Headlands Beach State Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 305 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, 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
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
Cackling Goose
Branta hutchinsii
Ross's Goose
Anser rossii
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Ring-necked Duck
Canada Goose
Gadwall
Mallard
Redhead
Common Merganser
Mourning Dove
Ring-billed Gull
Downy Woodpecker
White-breasted Nuthatch
American Tree Sparrow
Red-shouldered Hawk
Wood Duck
American Crow
Red-winged Blackbird
Lesser Scaup
American Herring Gull
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Song Sparrow
American Wigeon
Birding Tips
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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.
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Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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Ohio Birding Guide
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