Greenwich Audubon Center

Connecticut · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Greenwich Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, and House Sparrow 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026Quaker Bridge2 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/5/2026Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Marshlands Conservancy1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/4/2026City Island, Belden Point2 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/1/202616 Coronet Rd, Home, Yonkers US-NY1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/28/2026Riverfront Green Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

33/3/2026

House Sparrow

33/3/2026

House Finch

273/3/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

63/3/2026

White-throated Sparrow

93/3/2026

Song Sparrow

23/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

52/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

22/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

32/28/2026

Carolina Wren

12/28/2026

European Starling

102/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

22/28/2026

American Robin

62/28/2026

Cedar Waxwing

22/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Greenwich Audubon Center for birding?
The best months to visit Greenwich Audubon Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Greenwich Audubon Center?
Notable species at Greenwich Audubon Center include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, House Sparrow, House Finch, Purple Finch. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Greenwich Audubon Center?
Birding at Greenwich Audubon Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Greenwich Audubon Center?
Greenwich Audubon Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.