Central Park

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban ParkForest

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

6:00 AM – 1:00 AM daily

About This Location

Central Park is an urban birding oasis in the heart of Manhattan, attracting over 280 species. The Ramble and North Woods act as migrant traps, concentrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall migration.

Location

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Notable Species

Blackburnian Warbler Wood Thrush Red-tailed Hawk Mandarin Duck Great Horned Owl

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

3/4/2026Oakwood Cemetery, Syracuse1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/4/2026Confluence Park, Owego1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/4/2026Buffalo Botanical Gardens1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/4/2026Buffalo RiverWorks1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

3/4/2026575 E Main St, Little Falls US-NY 43.04367, -74.857422 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

3/4/2026Sheepshead Bay1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/4/2026Wallabout Channel1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/4/2026Webster Park--Campground area5 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/4/2026Wallabout Channel1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/4/2026Burger King Parking Lot1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Old Field Point and Lighthouse1 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

3/4/2026Smith Point County Park1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/4/2026Braddock Bay--West Spit4 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/4/2026Confluence Park, Owego2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/4/2026Braddock Bay--North Marina3 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/4/2026Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island US-NY 42.95853, -78.944481 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/4/2026Kingsborough Community College2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/4/2026Braddock Bay--North Marina2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/4/2026Braddock Bay--North Marina2 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

3/4/20262800-3098 Thorpe Road, Seneca Falls, New York, US (42.883, -76.788)1 observed

Birding Tips

1
The Ramble is the best area for spring warblers
2
Join a NYC Audubon guided walk for expert help

Amenities

Restrooms

Trails

Water Fountains

Nearby Attractions

American Museum of Natural History

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Central Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Central Park for birding are April-May. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Central Park?▼

Notable species at Central Park include Blackburnian Warbler, Wood Thrush, Red-tailed Hawk, Mandarin Duck, Great Horned Owl. The area supports urban park, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Central Park?▼

Birding at Central Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

Is there an entrance fee at Central Park?▼

There is no entrance fee at Central Park. Hours: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM daily.

What amenities are available at Central Park?▼

Central Park offers the following amenities: Restrooms, Trails, Water Fountains.