Grassland birding habitat

Beaver Meadow Audubon Center

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Beaver Meadow Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in New York, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

6/1/2026Home1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

5/31/202628 Wyoming Street1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

5/29/2026Beaver Meadow Nature Preserve1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/25/202610034–10174 Crump Rd, Glenwood US-NY 42.60665, -78.624071 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Common Raven

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

35/31/2026

Tree Swallow

25/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/31/2026

American Goldfinch

35/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/31/2026

Field Sparrow

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Eastern Towhee

25/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Beaver Meadow Audubon Center for birding?
The best months to visit Beaver Meadow Audubon Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center?
Notable species at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center include Mourning Dove, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Red-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center?
Birding at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center?
Beaver Meadow Audubon Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.