Forest birding habitat

The Landing, Dobbs Ferry

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

The Landing, Dobbs Ferry is a productive birding destination in New York, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Hooded Merganser 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

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

6/1/2026Central Park--Summit Rock1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/1/2026740 Beach Ave, New York US-NY 40.82031, -73.863441 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

6/1/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

5/31/2026Pelham Bay Park--Hunter Island5 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

5/31/2026Udall's Mill Pond2 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/31/2026Central Park--The Pool1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/31/2026Inwood Hill Park--Spuyten Duyvil Creek1 observed

Bicknell's Thrush

Catharus bicknelli

5/31/2026Central Park1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026Franz Sigel Park1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

5/31/2026Central Park--Maintenance Meadow1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/31/2026Crotona Park3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

235/25/2026

Mallard

95/25/2026

Rock Pigeon

85/25/2026

Mourning Dove

35/25/2026

Chimney Swift

25/25/2026

Killdeer

55/25/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/25/2026

Laughing Gull

25/25/2026

Ring-billed Gull

535/25/2026

American Herring Gull

45/25/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

45/25/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

285/25/2026

Great Blue Heron

35/25/2026

Osprey

15/25/2026

Bald Eagle

25/25/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

25/25/2026

Northern Flicker

25/25/2026

Peregrine Falcon

15/25/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/25/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/25/2026

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 The Landing, Dobbs Ferry for birding?
The best months to visit The Landing, Dobbs Ferry for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry?
Notable species at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry?
Birding at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry?
The Landing, Dobbs Ferry offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.