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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brown Booby

Sula leucogaster

7/18/2026Ernest R. Lasher Memorial Park, Germantown1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

87/20/2026

Mourning Dove

57/20/2026

American Bittern

17/20/2026

Green Heron

27/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

37/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

37/20/2026

American Kestrel

27/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Willow Flycatcher

47/20/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/20/2026

Blue Jay

27/20/2026

Fish Crow

17/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/20/2026

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.