Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mute Swan Mallard American Black Duck Ring-necked Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/15/2026Ocean Parkway, Babylon, New York, US (40.627, -73.359)2 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

7/14/2026Northern State Pkwy E, Melville US-NY 40.79756, -73.421361 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

7/13/2026Captree Island1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/13/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

7/13/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/10/2026Bayard Cutting Arboretum1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/10/2026Timber Point Golf Course1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

7/9/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/9/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/9/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

97/12/2026

Mallard

107/12/2026

Wild Turkey

27/12/2026

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Chimney Swift

47/12/2026

Laughing Gull

17/12/2026

Forster's Tern

47/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Great Egret

37/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/12/2026

Osprey

17/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Blue Jay

17/12/2026

Fish Crow

17/12/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/12/2026

Tree Swallow

17/12/2026

Barn Swallow

137/12/2026

Gray Catbird

27/12/2026

Northern Mockingbird

37/12/2026

American Robin

17/12/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park?▼

Notable species at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park?▼

Birding at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park?▼

Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.