Forest birding habitat

Point Breeze

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Point Breeze is a productive birding destination in New York, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and White-winged Scoter 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

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

6/1/2026Redman Rd. & Rte 18 (Hamlin)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

6/1/2026Rte.18/countylineNov 1, 2020 10:02 PM 43.347, -78.4641 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/31/2026Iroquois NWR--Oak Orchard Ridge Rd.1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/31/2026Cook Rd conifer plantations1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/31/2026100 Moscow Road, Hamlin, New York, US (43.35, -77.903)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/31/2026Iroquois NWR--Schoolhouse Marsh Overlook1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Plover

15/26/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

15/26/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

35/26/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/25/2026

Canada Goose

35/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

4305/21/2026

American Herring Gull

325/21/2026

Caspian Tern

85/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

3105/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

45/21/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/21/2026

Purple Martin

25/21/2026

Barn Swallow

85/21/2026

European Starling

15/21/2026

American Robin

25/21/2026

House Sparrow

25/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/21/2026

Common Grackle

35/21/2026

Mourning Dove

15/20/2026

Common Tern

25/20/2026

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 Point Breeze for birding?
The best months to visit Point Breeze for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Point Breeze?
Notable species at Point Breeze include Canada Goose, Mallard, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Point Breeze?
Birding at Point Breeze is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Point Breeze?
Point Breeze offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.