For those who can appreciate the wonder of birdwatching, there are plenty of amazing spots in the United States of America that birdwatchers can visit.
During migratory periods, all sorts of exotic birds come to these spots. It’s an opportunity to see some amazing birds that aren’t always there. Here are some of the best parks to go birdwatching this season.
1. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore in Indiana is home to some amazing birds, including many Heron species. The Green and Great Blue heron nest in the park, along with warblers and Waterfowl. The park is also home to an endangered butterfly species: the Karner blue butterfly.
2. Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone is perhaps the most famous national park in the United States. For bird watchers, there are some incredible bird species to study. With 300 species to see, we’ll highlight some standouts: The bald eagle, Osprey, Canada Geese, American Dipper, and American White Pelican.
3. Big Bend National Park
The Big Bend National Park in Texas is right on the border of Mexico, meaning that the bird diversity is dense, with many populations living south of the border. There are a whopping 450 bird species that live in the park, and some are species you’d never found further north. The colima warbler is a prime example of a unique bird you can find.
4. Everglades National Park
After conservation efforts, the Everglades National Park’s bird population has been increasing. The park is home to 300 bird species, including many water birds. On your next visit, look out for wood storks, spoonbills, snail kites, and anhingas.
5. Saguaro National Park
Saguaro National Park is a bird watcher’s dream, offering many tours and lodges available. While most people see the whiskered screech owl, the park is home to many desert birds, including the notorious roadrunner, Gila woodpeckers, and the pyrrhuloxia.
6. Channel Islands National Park
Just off California’s coast is Channel Islands National Park. The park encompasses five different islands. Of all the islands, the one to visit for avid bird watchers is Santa Cruz Island, which is home to the island scrub jay. It is the only place where you can view this amazing specimen.
7. Zion National Park
Zion National Park in Utah has a beautiful backdrop for bird-watching and amazing views. Among the birds that can be seen, is a special species on the edge of extinction just a few years ago – the California Condor. Zion National Park and Pinnacles Park in California are the most reliable places to see this majestic bird.
8. Redwoods State and National Parks
California is home to the Redwoods State and National Parks and, as the name implies, has a great deal of redwood trees. Two hundred eighty species live in the park, and bird watchers can take on the challenge of trying to bird watch in the forest. Trust us, the marbled murrelet is worth the trouble.
9. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the few places in Hawaii where tourists and locals can view a strong population of native wildlife. The rest of the state’s wildlife has declined due to the introduction of predators like cats and mongooses.
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