Wetland birding habitat

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge - Cayuga Overlook

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge - Cayuga Overlook is a productive birding destination in New York, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bald Eagle, and Red-winged Blackbird 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

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/16/2026Snyder Dr.1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/16/2026Bartel Road, Middleport, New York, US (43.107, -78.484)1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/13/2026Iroquois NWR--Kumpf Marsh1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/11/2026Tonawanda WMA--Wood Marsh (West)2 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

7/11/2026Iroquois NWR--Schoolhouse Marsh Overlook2 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/11/2026Tillman Rd. WMA1 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

7/6/2026Snyder Dr.2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

27/16/2026

Wood Duck

17/16/2026

Common Gallinule

57/16/2026

Caspian Tern

27/16/2026

Black Tern

37/16/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

67/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/16/2026

European Starling

127/16/2026

Gray Catbird

27/16/2026

American Robin

17/16/2026

American Goldfinch

17/16/2026

Song Sparrow

17/16/2026

Swamp Sparrow

17/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/16/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/16/2026

Mallard

27/13/2026

American Bittern

17/13/2026

Great Egret

17/13/2026

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