Forest birding habitat

Silver Sands State Park

Connecticut · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Silver Sands State Park is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/19/2026Trout Brook Valley Conservation Area1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

6/17/2026Stewart B. McKinney NWR--Long Beach Blvd. Pond1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

6/16/2026CT - Rte 25 South of Rte 591 observed

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

6/15/2026Sandy Point1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat (virens)

Icteria virens

6/14/2026Trout Brook Valley Conservation Area1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

6/13/2026Sandy Point3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

36/19/2026

Canada Goose

106/19/2026

Mallard

26/19/2026

Rock Pigeon

56/19/2026

Mourning Dove

26/19/2026

Chimney Swift

66/19/2026

Clapper Rail

86/19/2026

Killdeer

46/19/2026

Piping Plover

16/19/2026

Willet

26/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

106/19/2026

American Herring Gull

26/19/2026

Snowy Egret

16/19/2026

Osprey

16/19/2026

Northern Flicker

16/19/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/19/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/19/2026

Blue Jay

26/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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