Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo is a productive birding destination in New York, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Great Horned Owl, Canada Goose, 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/6/2026Gonders1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/20264720 Bowen Road, Fort Erie, Ontario, CA (42.931, -79.092)4 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/6/2026Point Abino and Church Road Stevensville1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Beaver Island SP3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Horned Owl

33/6/2026

Canada Goose

673/6/2026

Mallard

183/6/2026

American Herring Gull

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Graylag Goose

23/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

European Starling

33/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/6/2026

Common Grackle

13/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Northern Flicker

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo for birding?
The best months to visit Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo?
Notable species at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo include Great Horned Owl, Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo?
Birding at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo?
Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.