Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost is a productive birding destination in New York, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, and Great Black-backed Gull 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

Ring-billed Gull

753/6/2026

American Herring Gull

5003/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

43/6/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

33/6/2026

Iceland Gull

53/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

53/6/2026

American Crow

503/6/2026

Fish Crow

13/6/2026

European Starling

103/6/2026

Glaucous Gull

13/6/2026

Black Vulture

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

63/6/2026

Blue Jay

43/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

23/5/2026

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 Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost for birding?
The best months to visit Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?
Notable species at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost include Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Glaucous Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?
Birding at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?
Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.