Wetland birding habitat

Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Northern House Wren (Northern)

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Buffalo Street Extension1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

4/13/2026Country Side Gravel (Lake Flavia)1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/13/2026Hemlock Hollow Trail, Salamanca, New York, US (42.103, -78.764)1 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

4/11/2026Audubon Community Nature Center1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

4/11/2026Audubon Community Nature Center1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/10/2026Valerie Lane, Jamestown1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

4/9/2026Allegany SP--Camp Allegany2 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

4/4/2026Boutwell Hill SF1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

4/2/2026Country Side Gravel (Lake Flavia)5 observed

Purple Finch (Eastern)

Haemorhous purpureus

4/2/2026Buffalo Street Extension1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/2/20267968 US-62, South Dayton US-NY 42.34509, -79.003821 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4/11/2026

Wood Duck

34/11/2026

Northern Shoveler

104/11/2026

Mallard

4/11/2026

Northern Pintail

204/11/2026

Ring-necked Duck

154/11/2026

Hooded Merganser

24/11/2026

American Coot

34/11/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/11/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/11/2026

Osprey

14/11/2026

American Robin

34/11/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/11/2026

Eastern Towhee

14/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

204/11/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/7/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/7/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/7/2026

American Kestrel

14/7/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

44/7/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, American Black Duck, Northern Pintail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.