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

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/6/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Bear Swamp observation tower trail1 observed

Barnacle Goose

Branta leucopsis

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026144 Seeley Rd, Bridgeton US-NJ (39.5033,-75.2413)1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Driscoll Yard, Newark US-DE1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

153/1/2026

Northern Pintail

63/1/2026

Common Merganser

173/1/2026

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

223/1/2026

Black Vulture

23/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

83/1/2026

Bald Eagle

23/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Northern Flicker

23/1/2026

Blue Jay

33/1/2026

American Crow

33/1/2026

Fish Crow

33/1/2026

Carolina Wren

23/1/2026

European Starling

23/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/1/2026

Eastern Bluebird

43/1/2026

Hermit Thrush

13/1/2026

American Robin

33/1/2026

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.