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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

6/2/2026Genesee St. (NY 63), flooded field & marsh, Piffard6 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/2/2026Genesee St. (NY 63), flooded field & marsh, Piffard3 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

6/2/2026Genesee St. (NY 63), flooded field & marsh, Piffard2 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/2/2026Genesee St. (NY 63), flooded field & marsh, Piffard2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/2/2026Genesee St. (NY 63), flooded field & marsh, Piffard4 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

6/2/2026Sandy bottom park trail2 observed

Spotted x Eastern Towhee (hybrid)

Pipilo maculatus x erythrophthalmus

6/1/202600_The Bluff on Olmstead1 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026Conesus Lake, Vitale Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

45/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

35/31/2026

Green Heron

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Bank Swallow

95/31/2026

Tree Swallow

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

105/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/31/2026

House Sparrow

15/31/2026

House Finch

15/31/2026

American Goldfinch

55/31/2026

Song Sparrow

25/31/2026

Swamp Sparrow

25/31/2026

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.