Coastal birding habitat

Lido Beach Passive Nature Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lido Beach Passive Nature Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and American Black Duck 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

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/17/2026Backyard1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/17/2026New Hyde Park Yard: Nassau County1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/17/2026Union Turnpike, New York, US (40.749, -73.742)1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

4/17/2026Cammanns Pond Park1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/17/2026Jones Beach SP--West End 21 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/17/2026Jones Beach SP--West End 21 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/17/2026Highland Park (Queens Co.)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Forest Park1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/17/2026Forest Park1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/17/2026Belmont Lake SP1 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

4/17/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/16/2026Crocheron Park1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/16/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

2504/17/2026

Canada Goose

64/17/2026

Mallard

14/17/2026

Mourning Dove

34/17/2026

American Oystercatcher

54/17/2026

Killdeer

24/17/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/17/2026

Laughing Gull

34/17/2026

American Herring Gull

64/17/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

24/17/2026

Forster's Tern

54/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/17/2026

Snowy Egret

14/17/2026

Great Egret

24/17/2026

Osprey

104/17/2026

Monk Parakeet

14/17/2026

Tree Swallow

124/17/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/17/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

24/17/2026

European Starling

54/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lido Beach Passive Nature Area for birding?
The best months to visit Lido Beach Passive Nature Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lido Beach Passive Nature Area?
Notable species at Lido Beach Passive Nature Area include Brant, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lido Beach Passive Nature Area?
Birding at Lido Beach Passive Nature Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lido Beach Passive Nature Area?
Lido Beach Passive Nature Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.