River/Riparian birding habitat

Connetquot River State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Connetquot River State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, 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 Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Tackapausha Museum and Preserve1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/17/2026Backyard1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/17/2026Blydenburgh Park1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/17/2026Frank Melville Memorial Park and Mill Pond1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/17/2026Crab Meadow Beach1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/17/2026Belmont Lake SP1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/17/202696 Erin Lane2 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/17/202696 Erin Lane3 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Fireplace Neck Tidal Wetlands1 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

4/16/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/16/2026Fort Salonga (Suffolk Co.)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

104/16/2026

Gadwall

134/16/2026

Mallard

14/16/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Laughing Gull

24/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

54/16/2026

Great Egret

14/16/2026

Osprey

44/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Blue Jay

44/16/2026

American Crow

14/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

154/16/2026

Purple Martin

24/16/2026

Barn Swallow

24/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/16/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

34/16/2026

Carolina Wren

14/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Connetquot River State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Connetquot River State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Connetquot River State Park?
Notable species at Connetquot River State Park include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Connetquot River State Park?
Birding at Connetquot River State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Connetquot River State Park?
Connetquot River State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.