Sandy Point
Connecticut · Northeast
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Sandy Point is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and American Crow 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
American Oystercatcher
Haematopus palliatus
Indigo Bunting
Passerina cyanea
Barrow's Goldeneye
Bucephala islandica
Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)
Bucephala clangula x islandica
Double-crested Cormorant
Nannopterum auritum
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
American Black Duck
American Crow
Canada Goose
Mute Swan
Common Goldeneye
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Iceland Gull
Red-throated Loon
Northern Harrier
Red-shouldered Hawk
Blue Jay
Fish Crow
Common Raven
Cedar Waxwing
Song Sparrow
Northern Cardinal
Brant
Wood Duck
Birding Tips
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Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.