Fort Totten Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fort Totten Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Gadwall 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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Park--Tribeca Upland (Chambers to W Houston St.)3 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

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

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/6/2026Liberty SP3 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Central Park2 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

1003/6/2026

Canada Goose

53/6/2026

Gadwall

23/6/2026

American Black Duck

43/6/2026

Bufflehead

183/6/2026

Mourning Dove

53/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/6/2026

Common Loon

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

33/6/2026

Common Raven

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

23/6/2026

European Starling

63/6/2026

American Robin

73/6/2026

American Goldfinch

63/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

33/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Mallard

102/27/2026

Greater Scaup

342/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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