Forest birding habitat

Stratford Point, CT Audubon

Connecticut · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stratford Point, CT Audubon is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 297 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, American Wigeon, 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

Short-billed Dowitcher (hendersoni)

Limnodromus griseus

8/19/2026Stratford Marina (restricted access)1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

8/19/2026Milford Point, CT Audubon1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

8/19/2026Milford Point, CT Audubon1 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

8/11/2026CT DEEP East Hypoxia Loop1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

8/11/2026Sandy Point1 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

8/9/2026Sandy Point1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

8/9/202628 Plumer Lane, Monroe, Connecticut, US (41.332, -73.192)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Tern

38/19/2026

European Starling

1008/19/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

18/19/2026

Mourning Dove

18/18/2026

Black-bellied Plover

168/18/2026

Semipalmated Plover

38/18/2026

Least Sandpiper

128/18/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

28/18/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

508/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

3278/18/2026

Osprey

18/18/2026

Barn Swallow

38/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

58/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

128/18/2026

American Oystercatcher

308/18/2026

Laughing Gull

178/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

308/18/2026

American Herring Gull

808/18/2026

Tree Swallow

48/18/2026

Carolina Wren

18/18/2026

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 Stratford Point, CT Audubon for birding?
The best months to visit Stratford Point, CT Audubon for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Stratford Point, CT Audubon?
Notable species at Stratford Point, CT Audubon include Brant, American Wigeon, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Surf Scoter. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stratford Point, CT Audubon?
Birding at Stratford Point, CT Audubon is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Stratford Point, CT Audubon?
Stratford Point, CT Audubon offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.