Central Park
New York · Northeast
Easy
April-May
Free
6:00 AM – 1:00 AM daily
About This Location
Central Park is an urban birding oasis in the heart of Manhattan, attracting over 280 species. The Ramble and North Woods act as migrant traps, concentrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall migration.
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
Prothonotary Warbler
Protonotaria citrea
Ovenbird
Seiurus aurocapilla
Mute Swan
Cygnus olor
Purple Martin
Progne subis
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Pheucticus ludovicianus
Orange-crowned Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Wild Turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
Hooded Merganser
Lophodytes cucullatus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Blue Jay
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
American Robin
House Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
Brown-headed Cowbird
Common Grackle
Rock Pigeon
Mourning Dove
Downy Woodpecker
European Starling
Eastern Phoebe
Blue-headed Vireo
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
American Goldfinch
Northern Cardinal
Birding Tips
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The Ramble is the best area for spring warblers
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Join a NYC Audubon guided walk for expert help
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Visit during spring migration (April-May) for the greatest species diversity
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Fall migration (September-October) brings waves of southbound warblers and raptors
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Arrive at dawn for peak bird activity, especially during migration seasons
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- American Museum of Natural History
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