Coastal birding habitat

Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails)

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails) is a productive birding destination in New York, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Blue Jay 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

6/2/2026715 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York, US (42.904, -78.873)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/2/202628 breezewood1 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

6/2/202628 breezewood1 observed

Swainson's Thrush (Olive-backed)

Catharus ustulatus

6/2/202628 breezewood

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

6/1/202628 breezewood1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/1/2026Chestnut Ridge Park--Shale Creek Preserve1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

6/1/202628 breezewood1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/31/2026Humberstone Marsh CA1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/31/202628 breezewood1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/31/202628 breezewood1 observed

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

5/30/20262076 White Road, Port Colborne, Ontario, CA (42.912, -79.184)2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/28/2026Fort Erie--Cherry Hill GC1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/25/202628 breezewood1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

106/1/2026

Mallard

46/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

46/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

36/1/2026

Bank Swallow

406/1/2026

Barn Swallow

76/1/2026

Gray Catbird

36/1/2026

House Sparrow

36/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/1/2026

Northern Flicker

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/1/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

26/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

26/1/2026

American Crow

46/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails) for birding?
The best months to visit Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails)?
Notable species at Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails) include Canada Goose, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails)?
Birding at Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails)?
Sturgeon Point (Beach, Marina and Trails) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.