Coastal birding habitat

Pelham Bay Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pelham Bay Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Blue Jay, Rock Pigeon, and Mourning Dove 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/16/2026Bryant Park (5th-6th Ave. btwn 40th-42nd St.)1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

4/16/2026Central Park--North End (N of 97th St. Transverse)2 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/16/2026Crocheron Park1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/16/2026Prospect Park1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

4/16/2026Prospect Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/16/2026

Mute Swan

54/16/2026

Mallard

44/16/2026

American Black Duck

24/16/2026

Bufflehead

104/16/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

44/16/2026

Mourning Dove

34/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

54/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/16/2026

Great Egret

14/16/2026

Osprey

24/16/2026

Bald Eagle

24/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

14/16/2026

Swamp Sparrow

24/16/2026

Common Grackle

44/16/2026

Snowy Egret

34/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/15/2026

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 Pelham Bay Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pelham Bay Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pelham Bay Park?
Notable species at Pelham Bay Park include Blue Jay, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Canada Goose, Gadwall. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pelham Bay Park?
Birding at Pelham Bay Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pelham Bay Park?
Pelham Bay Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.