Based on 4,405 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New York, Eastern Phoebe is most often recorded in October; in New York it behaves like a spring and fall migrant. It ranks #34 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Phoebe in New York by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in New York in October
White-throated Sparrow
House Sparrow
Canada Goose
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Mallard
Red-tailed Hawk
American Robin
Places to look in New York
Botanical GardenNew York Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenBrooklyn Botanic Garden
State ParkAdirondack Park
Botanical GardenQueens Botanical Garden
State ParkFranklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park
Botanical GardenPlanting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Phoebe appear in New York?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in October.
How common is Eastern Phoebe in New York?
It ranks #34 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in New York (4,405 records in our sample).