Wetland birding habitat

Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bald Eagle, 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

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/13/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/13/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/13/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

47/13/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/13/2026

Blue Jay

37/13/2026

American Crow

37/13/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/13/2026

Purple Martin

757/13/2026

Northern House Wren

37/13/2026

Eastern Bluebird

27/13/2026

American Robin

17/13/2026

House Sparrow

27/13/2026

House Finch

27/13/2026

American Goldfinch

47/13/2026

Song Sparrow

17/13/2026

Baltimore Oriole

27/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/13/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

87/13/2026

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 Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Shrike. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area?
Oak Orchard Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.