Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost is a productive birding destination in New York, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, and Great Black-backed Gull among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Ring-billed Gull American Herring Gull Great Black-backed Gull Glaucous Gull Lesser Black-backed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/14/2026Groton Ave. Park, Freeville1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/13/2026Stupke Pond1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/12/2026The Shops at Ithaca Mall21 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

7/11/2026Connecticut Hill WMA--Alpine Rd.1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/10/2026Myers Point2 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/7/2026Myers Park, Lansing US-NY (42.5371,-76.5479)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/6/2026195–211 Hunt Hill Rd, Ithaca US-NY (42.4319,-76.3670)3 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/1/2026Hanshaw Rd. fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

27/14/2026

Mourning Dove

127/14/2026

Killdeer

17/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

597/14/2026

Green Heron

17/14/2026

Black Vulture

17/14/2026

American Kestrel

17/14/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

37/14/2026

Blue Jay

47/14/2026

American Crow

167/14/2026

Common Raven

27/14/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/14/2026

European Starling

707/14/2026

Gray Catbird

47/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/14/2026

American Robin

67/14/2026

House Sparrow

17/14/2026

Savannah Sparrow

17/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost for birding?▼

The best months to visit Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?▼

Notable species at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost include Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Glaucous Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?▼

Birding at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?▼

Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.