Canarsie Beach Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Canarsie Beach Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Greater Scaup 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--Hawkwatch1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)4 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)19 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026New York, New York, US (40.799, -73.975)1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/6/2026Liberty Island/Statue of Liberty (NY County)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.3 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

453/6/2026

Bufflehead

23/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

43/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Monk Parakeet

73/6/2026

American Crow

103/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/6/2026

American Robin

73/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/6/2026

American Woodcock

43/6/2026

Mallard

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/4/2026

Blue Jay

43/4/2026

American Goldfinch

143/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Brant

163/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/2/2026

European Starling

193/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Canarsie Beach Park for birding?
The best months to visit Canarsie Beach Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Canarsie Beach Park?
Notable species at Canarsie Beach Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Canarsie Beach Park?
Birding at Canarsie Beach Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Canarsie Beach Park?
Canarsie Beach Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.