Wetland birding habitat

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in New York, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

6/2/2026Feeder Road, Basom US-NY 43.11707, -78.431631 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/2/2026Iroquois NWR--Mallard Overlook4 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

6/2/2026Lytle Nature Preserve

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP--Boat Launch1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

6/1/2026Rte.18/countylineNov 1, 2020 10:02 PM 43.347, -78.4641 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

6/1/2026Iroquois NWR--Kumpf Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

6/2/2026

Mallard

26/2/2026

Common Gallinule

96/2/2026

American Coot

16/2/2026

Caspian Tern

16/2/2026

Black Tern

76/2/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

16/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

26/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Osprey

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

56/2/2026

Marsh Wren

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

Song Sparrow

16/2/2026

Swamp Sparrow

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

American Crow

26/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

36/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge?
Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.