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

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/16/2026Merrill Creek Reservoir1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/15/2026Quakertown Swamp (IBA)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/15/20261988–1992 Mountain View Dr, Ottsville US-PA 40.48141, -75.201651 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/15/2026Holland Twp. Old River Road1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/15/2026Jordan Creek Parkway1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/15/2026Nockamixon SP1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

4/15/2026Silver Valley Natural Area (Lake Mineola Marsh)2 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/15/2026Lake Minsi1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026231 Brainards Rd, Phillipsburg US-NJ (40.7566,-75.1544)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/14/2026Nockamixon SP2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/14/2026The Swamp1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

424/14/2026

Canada Goose

674/14/2026

Mallard

84/14/2026

Mourning Dove

14/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

14/14/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

14/14/2026

European Starling

184/14/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/14/2026

American Robin

104/14/2026

Song Sparrow

14/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/14/2026

Common Grackle

94/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/13/2026

Blue Jay

14/13/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/13/2026

Killdeer

24/12/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Fish Crow

24/11/2026

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.