Lake birding habitat

Silver Lake Park/Nature Center

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Silver Lake Park/Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

6/1/2026Rosedale Park13 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

6/1/2026Pole Farm (Mercer County Park NW)1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/1/2026Rancocas Creek Drive1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/1/2026Rancocas Creek Drive1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

6/1/2026Poquessing Creek Park/Trail1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/1/2026Cumberland St. on the Delaware1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

6/1/2026Burrs Mill Road1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/31/2026Fehon Backyard

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026Fehon Backyard

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026451 Newell Dr, Huntingdon Valley US-PA (40.1374,-75.0423)

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

5/31/2026451 Newell Dr, Huntingdon Valley US-PA (40.1374,-75.0423)

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

55/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

25/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

45/31/2026

Common Grackle

15/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/30/2026

Canada Goose

5/30/2026

Mallard

55/30/2026

Mourning Dove

45/30/2026

Chimney Swift

65/30/2026

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 Silver Lake Park/Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Silver Lake Park/Nature Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center?
Notable species at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center?
Birding at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center?
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.