Lake birding habitat

Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins)

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeGrassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins) is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This lake and grassland habitat attracts Snow Goose and Canada Goose 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

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

7/14/2026Nisky Hill Cemetery1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/12/2026Nockamixon SP--Marina2 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/10/2026Housenick Memorial Park/Archibald Johnston Conservation Area1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/9/2026Nockamixon SP--Marina1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/8/2026Alpha, Oberly Road1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

7/3/2026Lake Minsi1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

27/14/2026

Mourning Dove

37/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/14/2026

American Robin

17/14/2026

American Goldfinch

27/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/14/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/13/2026

Green Heron

37/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/13/2026

Northern House Wren

17/13/2026

European Starling

67/13/2026

Snow Goose

137/10/2026

Killdeer

17/10/2026

Gray Catbird

17/10/2026

Song Sparrow

17/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/8/2026

Northern Flicker

27/8/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/8/2026

Fish Crow

17/8/2026

Barn Swallow

87/8/2026

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 Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins) for birding?
The best months to visit Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins)?
Notable species at Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins) include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins)?
Birding at Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins)?
Green Pond (flooded field, ponds and retention basins) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.