Wetland birding habitat

Sherburne railroad grade marsh

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sherburne railroad grade marsh is a productive birding destination in New York, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

5/31/2026Sherburne railroad grade marsh2 observed

Sandhill Crane (Greater)

Antigone canadensis

5/31/2026Round Pond Observation Deck - Pharsalia Woods SF2 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

5/30/2026Sherburne 4 Corners ag fields & pond2 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Sherburne 4 Corners ag fields & pond1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

5/29/2026Millbrook Town Park1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/28/2026Sherburne 4 Corners ag fields & pond1 observed

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

5/26/2026Pharsalia WMA6 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

5/26/2026Earlville State Forest2 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/26/2026Sherburne 4 Corners ag fields & pond1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

5/25/2026107 Stage Rd - South Otselic1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

5/25/2026Sanger field river, 2 creek confluence1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/24/2026Woodman Pond8 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

755/31/2026

Mallard

125/31/2026

Wild Turkey

65/31/2026

Rock Pigeon

105/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Chimney Swift

35/31/2026

Killdeer

75/31/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

85/31/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

25/31/2026

Least Sandpiper

55/31/2026

Green Heron

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/31/2026

American Crow

35/31/2026

Bank Swallow

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

25/31/2026

Barn Swallow

55/31/2026

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 Sherburne railroad grade marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Sherburne railroad grade marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sherburne railroad grade marsh?
Notable species at Sherburne railroad grade marsh include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sherburne railroad grade marsh?
Birding at Sherburne railroad grade marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sherburne railroad grade marsh?
Sherburne railroad grade marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.