Wetland birding habitat

Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Common Merganser, Eastern Bluebird, and American Robin 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/13/2026135 Poor Farm Road, Colchester, Vermont, US (44.533, -73.184)

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

7/12/2026Arrowhead Mountain Lake - Milton (760 acres)1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/11/2026Ausable Marsh WMA2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

17/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

27/12/2026

Caspian Tern

17/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/12/2026

Osprey

27/12/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/12/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/12/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

17/12/2026

American Robin

27/12/2026

Song Sparrow

17/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

127/12/2026

Common Grackle

27/12/2026

Wood Duck

17/12/2026

Great Egret

17/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/12/2026

House Sparrow

27/12/2026

Hooded Merganser

17/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area include Common Merganser, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin, Great Blue Heron, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area?
Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.