Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo is a productive birding destination in New York, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Great Horned Owl, Canada Goose, 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

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026Buffalo River Ohio St. Fishing Access Site1 observed

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/5/20262474 Point Abino Road North, Fort Erie, Ontario, CA (42.941, -79.094)1 observed

Mallard x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x acuta

3/5/20262001–2625 Carl Rd, Port Colborne CA-ON (42.9116,-79.2029)1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026Yard & Lyons Creek2 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/4/2026140 North Street, Buffalo, New York, US (42.902, -78.875)

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Bond Lake County Park--Bond Lake4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Horned Owl

43/4/2026

Canada Goose

103/1/2026

Mallard

353/1/2026

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Northern Flicker

13/1/2026

American Crow

43/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

2/28/2026

American Robin

2/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

42/28/2026

Graylag Goose

22/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

22/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

22/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/27/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

12/27/2026

European Starling

102/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo for birding?
The best months to visit Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo?
Notable species at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo include Great Horned Owl, Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo?
Birding at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo?
Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.