Connetquot River State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Connetquot River State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Southaven County Park1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Old Field Point and Lighthouse1 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

3/4/2026Smith Point County Park1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/4/2026Massapequa Preserve1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/2/2026Backyard1 observed

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

2/28/2026Mt. Sinai Harbor1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/26/2026Asharoken NY1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/24/2026West Yard NY3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/4/2026

Mute Swan

133/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

American Black Duck

43/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

13/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

553/4/2026

Bufflehead

43/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

103/4/2026

Common Merganser

73/4/2026

Wild Turkey

33/4/2026

Mourning Dove

43/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

43/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

European Starling

23/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/4/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Connetquot River State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Connetquot River State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Connetquot River State Park?
Notable species at Connetquot River State Park include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Connetquot River State Park?
Birding at Connetquot River State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Connetquot River State Park?
Connetquot River State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.