Lake birding habitat

Boland Pond

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boland Pond is a productive birding destination in New York, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Gadwall, Mallard, 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

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

6/2/2026BBS route start.. E. Newark2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/1/2026Coventry SF - Harvey Rd1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/25/2026Hawkins Pond SF--Hawkins Pond1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/24/2026Upper Lisle County Park1 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

5/23/2026Dorchester Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hooded Merganser

26/1/2026

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

36/1/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/1/2026

American Crow

16/1/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

36/1/2026

Marsh Wren

26/1/2026

Gray Catbird

16/1/2026

Swamp Sparrow

26/1/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

6/1/2026

Common Grackle

16/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

36/1/2026

Canada Goose

25/26/2026

Mallard

25/26/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/26/2026

Blue Jay

25/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boland Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Boland Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Boland Pond?
Notable species at Boland Pond include Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Common Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boland Pond?
Birding at Boland Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Boland Pond?
Boland Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.