An almost native woodland, Prospect Park has an extensive variety of plants, trees and shrubs that afford migrants and breeders necessary nourishment. The confined territory of Prospect Park gives the spring birder an opportunity to observe 20 or more warbler species and numerous other migrants on good days. Winter in Prospect may be a challenging but rewarding period, as surprises are always possible. Sparrows, finches and ducks predominate the season. The winter of 1996-1997 tallied 18 duck species on Prospect Lake.
Prospect Lake is a productive habitat for autumn and winter waterfowl species.
Butterflies, dragonflies and wildflowers abound as well. Nature displays its varied beauty in Prospect Park. The Brooklyn Bird Club, founded by Dr. Edward Vietor, has been a mainstay in Prospect Park since 1909. The park is home base for many of the club's activities. Join us on our forays in one of New York City's well-kept birding secrets.