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 Scoter

Melanitta americana

7/19/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/19/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

7/18/2026Inwood Hill Park2 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/18/2026Piermont Pier3 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/18/2026College Point Wetlands (formerly Flushing Airport)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

357/18/2026

Mallard

127/18/2026

Mourning Dove

67/18/2026

Killdeer

137/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

97/18/2026

American Herring Gull

27/18/2026

Great Egret

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/18/2026

Osprey

47/18/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/18/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/18/2026

Blue Jay

27/18/2026

Fish Crow

47/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/18/2026

European Starling

147/18/2026

Gray Catbird

47/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/18/2026

American Robin

47/18/2026

House Sparrow

37/18/2026

American Goldfinch

97/18/2026

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.