Long Island is home to over 50 species of songbirds. Some pass through during fall and spring migrations while others live here permanently. Each species have specific dietary needs, habitat requirements, and nesting habits. Every species of songbird has special adaptations to help them survive in the wild like beak shape, coloration, and unique call.
The official bird of New York is the Eastern Bluebird! Eastern Bluebirds can be found on Long Island all throughout the spring and summer and even during mild winters. They nest in the cavities of dead trees and feast on insects like caterpillars, grasshoppers, beetles, crickets, and spiders. In the fall and winter, they also eat fruits like blueberries, dogwood, and mistletoe.
Songbirds are an important part of our environment, here are some ways to easily coexist with them.
We rely on donations from the community to provide the best possible rescue, care and rehabilitation to Long Island’s Wildlife.
Long Island is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and marine life. Here are some examples of the wildlife you might find on Long Island.
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