Secure globally - Common in the world; widespread and abundant (but may be rare in some parts of its range).
State conservation status rank:
S2S3B,SNRN
Breeding populations Imperiled or Vulnerable in New York – A migratory animal very vulnerable, or vulnerable, to disappearing as a breeder from New York, due to rarity or other factors; typically 6 to 80 breeding populations or locations in New York, few individuals, restricted range, few remaining acres (or miles of stream), and/or recent and widespread declines. More information is needed to assign either S2 or S3 for breeding populations. State conservation status for nonbreeding (wintering) populations in New York has not yet been assessed.
Federal protection:
Not Listed
State protection:
Protected Bird
Defined as a Protected Bird by New York State law, and the species may not be hunted or taken at any time in New York. Includes birds also defined as a game species, but for which no open seasons are set.