Wetland birding habitat

Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

6/1/2026Saugerties Lighthouse1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

6/1/2026Great Vly WMA--West Camp Rd.1 observed

Ring-necked Pheasant

Phasianus colchicus

6/1/2026349 Tishauser Road, Hudson, New York, US (42.246, -73.698)1 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

5/29/2026Schodack Island SP IBA2 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

5/22/2026Swartz Farm2 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/20/2026Alford Springs (BNRC)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

256/2/2026

Bald Eagle

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

16/2/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

American Crow

16/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/2/2026

Marsh Wren

16/2/2026

Carolina Wren

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

56/2/2026

Veery

16/2/2026

American Robin

36/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

66/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/2/2026

American Redstart

26/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Vosburgh Swamp Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.