Bender Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bender Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Long-tailed Duck 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

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/1/2026Breakwall at McKinley and Veterans Park1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/1/2026Roman’s Home 3055 Ruby Ave,Racine,WI1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/1/2026Estabrook Park1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/22/2026Estabrook Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/202676th and Oakwood2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/21/202676th and Oakwood1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006002 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/21/2026Amazon Warehouse1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/21/2026Grant Park--bird feeder1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

12/24/2026

Mallard

42/24/2026

Long-tailed Duck

32/24/2026

Common Goldeneye

112/24/2026

Common Merganser

102/24/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

152/24/2026

Mourning Dove

22/24/2026

Snowy Owl

12/24/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

42/24/2026

European Starling

62/24/2026

American Robin

502/24/2026

Cedar Waxwing

352/24/2026

American Goldfinch

62/24/2026

American Tree Sparrow

72/24/2026

Lesser Scaup

22/21/2026

Bufflehead

252/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bender Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bender Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bender Park?
Notable species at Bender Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bender Park?
Birding at Bender Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bender Park?
Bender Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.