Forest birding habitat

Green Lakes State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Lakes State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

American Coot

Fulica americana

7/21/2026Manlius Park Dr3 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/20/2026Oneida Lake--Lakeshore1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

7/16/2026400 Spencer St, Syracuse US-NY 43.05766, -76.163561 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/13/2026Red Mill Rd. Swamp1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/12/2026Onondaga Lake Park--Marshy Spits Area1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/11/2026Onondaga Lake Park--Marshy Spits Area1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

7/9/2026Roosevelt Road Sand Pits1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/8/2026Morgan Hill SF--Shackham Rd., north (Onondaga Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/20/2026

Gray Catbird

17/20/2026

Brown Thrasher

17/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/20/2026

Veery

17/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

57/20/2026

American Goldfinch

157/20/2026

Field Sparrow

37/20/2026

Song Sparrow

17/20/2026

Eastern Towhee

17/20/2026

Common Grackle

17/20/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/20/2026

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 Green Lakes State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Green Lakes State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Green Lakes State Park?
Notable species at Green Lakes State Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Lakes State Park?
Birding at Green Lakes State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Green Lakes State Park?
Green Lakes State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.