Secure globally - Common in the world; widespread and abundant (but may be rare in some parts of its range).
State conservation status rank:
S3B,SNRN
Breeding populations Vulnerable in New York – A migratory animal vulnerable to disappearing as a breeder from New York due to rarity or other factors (but not currently imperiled); typically 21 to 80 populations or locations in New York, few individuals, restricted range, few remaining acres (or miles of stream), and/or recent and widespread declines. State conservation status for nonbreeding (wintering) populations in New York has not yet been assessed.
Federal protection:
Not Listed
State protection:
Protected Bird - Game with open season
Defined as a Protected Bird by New York State law and as a Game species; there are open seasons set when the species may be legally hunted or trapped.