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Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park

New York · Northeast

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Snow Bunting among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

American RobinNorthern CardinalBlue JayRed-tailed HawkWhite-breasted Nuthatch

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/5/2026Leicester Junction1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/5/20262–20 Griswold Ln, Orwell US-VT 43.80350, -73.246922 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/28/2026Upper La Chute falls area21 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park for birding?▼
The best months to visit Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park?▼
Notable species at Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park?▼
Birding at Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park?▼
Bob & Betty Cummings Memorial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.