Prentice Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Prentice Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ruffed Grouse 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

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

3/6/202611th Ave E, Ashland-yard1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/5/2026Prentice Park3 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

3/2/2026Prentice Park2 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

3/1/2026Long Bridge/Head of the bay, Ashland1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

2/26/2026Jackson Road2 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

2/26/2026Prentice Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/5/2026

Mallard

383/5/2026

Ruffed Grouse

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

103/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

63/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

Trumpeter Swan

43/4/2026

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

European Starling

53/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/4/2026

American Robin

153/3/2026

Purple Finch

23/3/2026

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 Prentice Park for birding?
The best months to visit Prentice Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Prentice Park?
Notable species at Prentice Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ruffed Grouse, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Prentice Park?
Birding at Prentice Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Prentice Park?
Prentice Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.