Braddock Bay - East Spit
New York · Northeast
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Braddock Bay - East Spit is a productive birding destination in New York, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Long-tailed 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
Red Knot
Calidris canutus
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Baird's Sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
Chukar x Rock Partridge (hybrid)
Alectoris chukar x graeca
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Contopus cooperi
Bay-breasted Warbler
Setophaga castanea
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mute Swan
Ring-billed Gull
Common Tern
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Wood Duck
Blue-winged Teal
Mallard
Spotted Sandpiper
American Herring Gull
Caspian Tern
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
Gray Catbird
American Robin
House Sparrow
American Goldfinch
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Mourning Dove
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
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Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
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Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
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Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
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Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Braddock Bay Fish & Wildlife Management Area
- Braddock Bay Raptor Research
- Hamlin Beach State Park
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