Lake birding habitat

Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon is a productive birding destination in New York, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Hairy 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

Northern Bobwhite

Colinus virginianus

7/20/2026Home Patch-Pittsford Mendon Center Rd1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/18/2026Mendon Yard1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/17/2026142 Parce Avenue, Fairport, New York, US (43.106, -77.447)1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/10/2026Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park, Canandaigua1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/9/2026Sandy Bottom Park, Honeoye1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/8/20265486 East Lake Road, Conesus, New York, US (42.755, -77.713)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/10/2026

Green Heron

17/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/10/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/10/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/10/2026

Tree Swallow

17/10/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

17/10/2026

Northern House Wren

27/10/2026

Gray Catbird

17/10/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/10/2026

American Robin

17/10/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/10/2026

House Finch

17/10/2026

American Goldfinch

17/10/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/10/2026

Song Sparrow

17/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/10/2026

Killdeer

17/7/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/7/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon for birding?
The best months to visit Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon?
Notable species at Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon include Canada Goose, Hairy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow, Carolina Wren. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon?
Birding at Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon?
Twin Cedars Environmental Area (DEC pond), Avon offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.