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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/18/2026Hollister Lake1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/18/2026RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/14/202696 Mirror Lake Rd, Coxsackie US-NY 42.39448, -73.879431 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/5/2026Coxsackie Boat Launch2 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

4/4/202613 Warren Ave, West Coxsackie US-NY (42.3638,-73.8327)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

74/15/2026

Wood Duck

64/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

164/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/15/2026

Northern Flicker

14/15/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/15/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

44/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/15/2026

Carolina Wren

14/15/2026

American Robin

94/15/2026

Purple Finch

64/15/2026

American Goldfinch

44/15/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/15/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

14/15/2026

White-throated Sparrow

24/15/2026

Song Sparrow

104/15/2026

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.