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

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/2/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

6/2/2026Sapsucker Woods Rd.1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Red)

Passerella iliaca

6/2/2026FROG BARN - 91 Sapsucker Woods Rd1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

6/2/2026Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Preserve (FLLT)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

6/2/2026Salt Point Natural Area2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/1/2026Tareyton Drive yards1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/1/2026Myers Point1 observed

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/1/2026Myers Point1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

6/1/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

126/2/2026

Mallard

26/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

26/2/2026

European Starling

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

26/2/2026

American Robin

26/2/2026

House Sparrow

16/2/2026

Song Sparrow

56/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

46/2/2026

Common Merganser

36/1/2026

Osprey

36/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Hooded Merganser

35/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/30/2026

House Finch

25/30/2026

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

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

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Spring Birding in New York City

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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.