Howard Marsh Metropark
Ohio · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, 7 AM - dark
About This Location
Howard Marsh Metropark is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Killdeer 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
Mute x Whooper Swan (hybrid)
Cygnus olor x cygnus
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Pileated Woodpecker
Dryocopus pileatus
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
American Pipit
Anthus rubescens
Common Yellowthroat
Geothlypis trichas
Iceland Gull
Larus glaucoides
Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)
Anser albifrons
Orange-crowned Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Great Blue Heron
Short-eared Owl
American Robin
Trumpeter Swan
Redhead
Hooded Merganser
Ring-billed Gull
Northern Harrier
Bald Eagle
American Tree Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Ring-necked Duck
Sandhill Crane
Killdeer
Horned Lark
Cackling Goose
Song Sparrow
Gadwall
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
- 4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Magee Marsh Wildlife Area
- Ottawa NWR
- Maumee Bay State Park
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