Audubon Community Nature Center

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Audubon Community Nature Center is a productive birding destination in New York, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-necked Duck, and Hooded Merganser 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/4/2026highland acres1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/3/2026Celoron Boat Launch, Chautauqua Lake2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/28/2026Conewango Swamp WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

313/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

193/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

American Crow

73/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

73/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/24/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/24/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/24/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

12/24/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Blue Jay

42/24/2026

American Goldfinch

52/24/2026

American Tree Sparrow

42/24/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

52/24/2026

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 Audubon Community Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Audubon Community Nature Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Audubon Community Nature Center?
Notable species at Audubon Community Nature Center include Canada Goose, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Audubon Community Nature Center?
Birding at Audubon Community Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Audubon Community Nature Center?
Audubon Community Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.