Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026New York, New York, US (40.799, -73.975)1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/6/2026Liberty Island/Statue of Liberty (NY County)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.3 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/6/2026Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)4 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park for birding?
The best months to visit Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park?
Notable species at Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park include Belted Kingfisher, Yellow Warbler, Song Sparrow, Great Blue Heron, Cedar Waxwing. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park?
Birding at Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park?
Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.