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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026Waterman Conservation Education Center2 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/18/2026500-798 King Street, Barker, New York, US (42.293, -75.915)1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/18/2026Turkey Hill SF1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/17/2026217 Yarns Road, Whitney Point, New York, US (42.413, -75.899)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

4/16/2026Triangle SF1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/16/2026Binghamton University Nature Preserve1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

4/15/2026Upper Lisle County Park--Merrill Creek Overlook1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/15/2026Upper Lisle County Park--Merrill Creek Overlook1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper (solitaria)

Tringa solitaria

4/15/2026Upper Lisle County Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

114/18/2026

Wood Duck

24/18/2026

Virginia Rail

14/18/2026

Killdeer

14/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Blue Jay

24/18/2026

American Crow

14/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/18/2026

Carolina Wren

14/18/2026

American Robin

24/18/2026

American Goldfinch

34/18/2026

Savannah Sparrow

14/18/2026

Song Sparrow

34/18/2026

Swamp Sparrow

44/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

204/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/18/2026

American Black Duck

24/17/2026

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

14/17/2026

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.