Cornell University - Beebe Lake

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cornell University - Beebe Lake is a productive birding destination in New York, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mallard, Common Merganser, and Canada Goose 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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/6/2026Shindagin Hollow SF--Shindagin Hollow Rd. pavement end4 observed

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

3/6/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Iceland Gull (thayeri/kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Roy H. Park Preserve (FLLT)--north2 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/6/2026Shindagin Hollow SF--Shindagin Hollow Rd. pavement end50 observed

American Herring x Lesser Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x fuscus

3/5/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

63/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/6/2026

American Herring Gull

203/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Canada Goose

603/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/4/2026

European Starling

103/4/2026

Cedar Waxwing

13/4/2026

House Finch

33/4/2026

American Goldfinch

13/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/2/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

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 Cornell University - Beebe Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Cornell University - Beebe Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cornell University - Beebe Lake?
Notable species at Cornell University - Beebe Lake include Mallard, Common Merganser, Canada Goose, American Herring Gull, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cornell University - Beebe Lake?
Birding at Cornell University - Beebe Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cornell University - Beebe Lake?
Cornell University - Beebe Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.