Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant is a productive birding destination in New York, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, and Mallard 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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/6/20262700 Centerline Road, Varysburg22 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/1/20262700 Centerline Road, Varysburg1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/28/2026Genesee County Park and Forest1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

2/26/2026Home1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/26/2026Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant4 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

2/20/2026Iroquois NWR--Feeder Rd. Trail (Orleans Co.)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

33/3/2026

Gadwall

103/3/2026

Mallard

153/3/2026

American Black Duck

23/3/2026

Redhead

133/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

113/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/3/2026

American Coot

23/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/3/2026

American Crow

33/3/2026

Canada Goose

383/2/2026

Northern Pintail

33/2/2026

Common Merganser

63/2/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

113/2/2026

American Herring Gull

33/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Lesser Scaup

102/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

32/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

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 Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant for birding?
The best months to visit Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant?
Notable species at Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant include Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant?
Birding at Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant?
Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.