Mount Loretto Unique Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mount Loretto Unique Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 265 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, 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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/5/2026Hudson River Park--Tribeca Upland (Chambers to W Houston St.)3 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Bush Terminal Piers Park1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Eileen Gibney2 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Eileen Gibney1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

3/5/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)20 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

3/5/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)9 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Ceasar's Bay Bazaar2 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Rahway River Park6 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/4/2026Marciante-Jackson-Millet Park8 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

3/4/2026walkway1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/4/2026Kingsborough Community College2 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

3/4/2026Sims Municipal Recycling (restricted access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

33/1/2026

Canada Goose

243/1/2026

Mallard

263/1/2026

American Black Duck

63/1/2026

Black Scoter

153/1/2026

Long-tailed Duck

13/1/2026

Bufflehead

53/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

33/1/2026

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/1/2026

American Herring Gull

93/1/2026

Bald Eagle

13/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

43/1/2026

European Starling

73/1/2026

American Robin

223/1/2026

Cedar Waxwing

23/1/2026

American Goldfinch

13/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

163/1/2026

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 Mount Loretto Unique Area for birding?
The best months to visit Mount Loretto Unique Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mount Loretto Unique Area?
Notable species at Mount Loretto Unique Area include Brant, Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mount Loretto Unique Area?
Birding at Mount Loretto Unique Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mount Loretto Unique Area?
Mount Loretto Unique Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.