River/Riparian birding habitat

Terrell River County Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Terrell River County Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Wood Duck 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

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

4/17/2026Private location, Mattituck1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/17/2026EPCAL (Grumman)--Line Road1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/17/202696 Erin Lane2 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/17/202696 Erin Lane3 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Fireplace Neck Tidal Wetlands1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

4/16/2026Quogue Wildlife Refuge1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/16/2026Quogue Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/16/20261570 Wading River Manor Rd, Wading River, NY 117921 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/16/2026Wertheim NWR--Lower Carman's River3 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/15/2026Hulse Landing Rd.1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

4/15/2026Sound Ave. Nature Preserve1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/15/2026Manorville Hills County Park1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/14/2026Peconic River, Peconic Ave.2 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/14/2026Miller Place Duck Pond (aka Kelli's Pond)1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

4/12/2026Hunters Garden, Eastport1 observed

Seaside Sparrow

Ammospiza maritima

4/12/2026Cupsogue Beach County Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

584/17/2026

Canada Goose

44/17/2026

Mute Swan

164/17/2026

Gadwall

24/17/2026

Mallard

24/17/2026

American Black Duck

54/17/2026

Green-winged Teal

64/17/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

94/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/17/2026

American Oystercatcher

44/17/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

84/17/2026

American Herring Gull

114/17/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

24/17/2026

Forster's Tern

284/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/17/2026

Glossy Ibis

44/17/2026

Snowy Egret

14/17/2026

Great Egret

14/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Terrell River County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Terrell River County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Terrell River County Park?
Notable species at Terrell River County Park include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Terrell River County Park?
Birding at Terrell River County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Terrell River County Park?
Terrell River County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.