Top 10 Places on Long Island to Bird Watch

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By Published: March 24 2023

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Over 400 bird species make their homes on Long Island!

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Bird watching

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Bird watching or birding is the observation of birds as a recreational activity. It can be done with the naked eye, through a binoculars and telescopes to enhance visuals, or by listening for bird sounds. Many bird species are more easily detected and identified by ear than by eye. 

There are over 400 species of birds living on Long Island.  Some more famous species are ospreys, robins, plovers, egrets, double-crested cormorants, hawks, falcons, red cardinals, blue jays and more.

I had my own up close and personal experience in my backyard two years ago.  I could not believe that birds built a nest on top of my outdoor speaker.  I guess it was a great location, as it was under the overhang.  (Real estate is always about the location!)  The birds worked diligently on the nest.  Several weeks later, their eggs hatched.  We heard the most amazing sounds coming from the nest.  The parent birds took turns getting food for their four babies and guarding them at all times.  It was amazing to watch from the window, as I was petrified to go into my backyard. 

Here are the Top 10 places where you can observe a variety of these feathered flyers.

Please send your bird watching pictures to photos@longisland.com

If you've got a love for nature, and you're looking to get into bird watching, be sure to check out LIBirding.com, which features tons of great information and resources for birding here on Long Island!