River/Riparian birding habitat

Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road

New York · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road is a productive birding destination in New York, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Harrier, and American Crow 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/31/2026102 Woolsey Street, Sackets Harbor, New York, US (43.945, -76.118)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

116/1/2026

Trumpeter Swan

66/1/2026

Wood Duck

46/1/2026

Mallard

26/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Common Gallinule

16/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/1/2026

Black Tern

36/1/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

16/1/2026

American Bittern

46/1/2026

Least Bittern

16/1/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

36/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/1/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Tree Swallow

26/1/2026

Marsh Wren

6/1/2026

American Robin

46/1/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road for birding?
The best months to visit Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road?
Notable species at Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road include Canada Goose, Northern Harrier, American Crow, European Starling, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road?
Birding at Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road?
Perch River Wildlife Management Area - Vaadi Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.