Forest birding habitat

Montezuma Audubon Center

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Montezuma Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in New York, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, 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

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

6/2/2026Montezuma NWR--Wildlife Drive1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/2/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--West Shore Trail (west section)1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/2/2026Savannah Spring Lake Rd., Carncross Rd. to Martens Tract1 observed

Common Tern (hirundo/tibetana)

Sterna hirundo

6/2/2026FLX Marine (private), Union Springs2 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

6/2/2026FLX Marine (private), Union Springs1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/2/2026Armitage Road, forested area (Wayne Co.)1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/1/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 observed

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/1/2026FLX Marine (private), Union Springs1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026West Barrier Bar County Park1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/31/2026West Barrier Bar County Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

25/31/2026

Least Bittern

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

25/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

35/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

35/31/2026

Purple Martin

105/31/2026

Barn Swallow

25/31/2026

Marsh Wren

25/31/2026

European Starling

35/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/31/2026

Veery

15/31/2026

American Robin

45/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

65/31/2026

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 Montezuma Audubon Center for birding?
The best months to visit Montezuma Audubon Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Montezuma Audubon Center?
Notable species at Montezuma Audubon Center include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Montezuma Audubon Center?
Birding at Montezuma Audubon Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Montezuma Audubon Center?
Montezuma Audubon Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.