Several hawk and owl species spend the winter within the refuge boundary. The bird list below is based on 2 consecutive years of bird inventories and limited historical records. This list will be periodically updated with information compiled from on-going annual bird inventories and contributions from our birding partners. We would appreciate your comments if you see any bird species not listed or have any corrections to the bird list. December - February Birds known to nest on the refuge.
Italics indicate threatened, endangered, and special concern species of New York State.
Any native species in imminent danger of extirpation or extinction in New York State. Any native species for which a welfare concern or risk of endangerment has been documented in New York State.