Cornell University - Beebe Lake

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cornell University - Beebe Lake is a productive birding destination in New York, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mallard, Common Merganser, and Canada Goose among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Mallard Common Merganser Canada Goose American Herring Gull Red-bellied Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/19/2026Fall Creek, Freeville US-NY 42.51382, -76.353421 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/18/2026Myers Point Park1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/17/2026Hile School Rd. wetland, Dryden1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

7/15/2026Lime Hollow--Nature Center and area W of Gracie Rd.1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/13/2026Stupke Pond1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/12/2026The Shops at Ithaca Mall21 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

37/14/2026

Mallard

27/14/2026

Common Merganser

97/14/2026

Chimney Swift

27/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/14/2026

Blue Jay

17/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/14/2026

American Robin

37/14/2026

American Goldfinch

67/14/2026

Song Sparrow

57/14/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/10/2026

American Crow

17/10/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/10/2026

Gray Catbird

27/10/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/10/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

17/10/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/10/2026

Hooded Merganser

27/9/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cornell University - Beebe Lake for birding?▼

The best months to visit Cornell University - Beebe Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Cornell University - Beebe Lake?▼

Notable species at Cornell University - Beebe Lake include Mallard, Common Merganser, Canada Goose, American Herring Gull, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Cornell University - Beebe Lake?▼

Birding at Cornell University - Beebe Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Cornell University - Beebe Lake?▼

Cornell University - Beebe Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.