Fishers Island
New York · Northeast
About This Location
Fishers Island is a productive birding destination in New York, with 278 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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
Eastern Whip-poor-will
Antrostomus vociferus
Black Vulture
Coragyps atratus
Willet
Tringa semipalmata
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Archilochus colubris
Northern Parula
Setophaga americana
Least Bittern
Botaurus exilis
Northern Waterthrush
Parkesia noveboracensis
Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Caspian Tern
Hydroprogne caspia
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Piping Plover
Great Egret
Osprey
European Starling
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Cardinal
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
- 2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
Amenities
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