Wetland birding habitat

Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts American Black Duck, Northern Pintail, and Common Merganser among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

8/22/2026Bay Pointe (Private Property)1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

8/21/2026Ashland Nature Center and Hawk Watch1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

8/20/2026Augustine Beach1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

8/19/2026966 Churchtown Road, Middletown, Delaware, US (39.507, -75.743)1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

8/19/2026Ed Oliver Golf Club2 observed

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

8/19/2026Ashland Nature Center and Hawk Watch1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

8/18/2026Walmart Data Center, Pointers-Auburn Rd, Pilesgrove US-NJ1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

8/18/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Bear Swamp Pool1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

8/18/2026Dunn Yard C1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

8/18/2026Ashland Nature Center and Hawk Watch1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

8/17/2026Woodland Beach2 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

8/17/2026Bay Pointe (Private Property)1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

8/17/2026Thousand Acre Marsh1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

8/17/2026Thousand Acre Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

148/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

18/17/2026

Northern Flicker

28/17/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

28/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

18/17/2026

Blue Jay

28/17/2026

Fish Crow

18/17/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

18/17/2026

Northern House Wren

18/17/2026

House Finch

28/17/2026

American Goldfinch

28/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

28/17/2026

Field Sparrow

88/17/2026

Eastern Towhee

18/17/2026

Baltimore Oriole

18/17/2026

Common Yellowthroat

18/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

38/17/2026

Blue Grosbeak

18/17/2026

Indigo Bunting

38/17/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

28/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract for birding?
The best months to visit Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract?
Notable species at Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract include American Black Duck, Northern Pintail, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract?
Birding at Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract?
Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.