Boland Pond

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boland Pond is a productive birding destination in New York, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Gadwall, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/4/2026Long Pond SF - Grasslands NY411 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/1/2026River Rd., Endwell1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

3/1/2026Apalachin Boat Ramp1 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

3/1/2026Auto selected 42.38476, -75.928491 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

2/28/2026Binghamton University Nature Preserve1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/28/2026Home5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

23/5/2026

Mallard

103/5/2026

American Black Duck

403/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

13/5/2026

Common Merganser

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

3/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/5/2026

American Crow

13/2/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/2/2026

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/1/2026

European Starling

13/1/2026

House Sparrow

13/1/2026

House Finch

33/1/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/1/2026

Common Grackle

63/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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