Forest birding habitat

Robert Moses State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Robert Moses State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 321 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/18/2026Cleary School1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/18/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

4/18/2026Cammanns Pond Park1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Tackapausha Museum and Preserve1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/17/2026Backyard1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/17/2026Blydenburgh Park1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/17/2026Jones Beach SP--West End 21 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Lido Beach Passive Nature Area3 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/17/2026Belmont Lake SP1 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

4/16/2026Gardiner County Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

64/14/2026

Mallard

34/14/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

34/14/2026

Laughing Gull

34/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

4/14/2026

American Herring Gull

4/14/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

4/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

44/14/2026

Osprey

34/14/2026

European Starling

74/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

144/14/2026

American Robin

94/14/2026

House Finch

74/14/2026

Song Sparrow

34/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

94/14/2026

Common Grackle

34/14/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

24/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/14/2026

American Oystercatcher

14/14/2026

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 Robert Moses State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Robert Moses State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Robert Moses State Park?
Notable species at Robert Moses State Park include Brant, Canada Goose, Mallard, Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Robert Moses State Park?
Birding at Robert Moses State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Robert Moses State Park?
Robert Moses State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.