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

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

6/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Smith Mill Road7 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

6/17/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park2 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

6/17/2026Market Lane in Greenwich1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

6/15/2026Back Creek Golf Club1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

6/13/2026White Clay Creek SP--Creek Rd.1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

6/13/2026White Clay Creek SP--Nature Center1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/11/2026Blackbird SF--Naudain Tract1 observed

Eastern Meadowlark (Eastern)

Sturnella magna

6/9/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

156/16/2026

Mourning Dove

16/16/2026

Sandhill Crane

56/16/2026

Great Egret

206/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

86/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/16/2026

Cooper's Hawk

16/16/2026

Bald Eagle

26/16/2026

White-eyed Vireo

16/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/16/2026

Blue Jay

16/16/2026

Fish Crow

26/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

16/16/2026

Tree Swallow

106/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/16/2026

Northern House Wren

16/16/2026

Carolina Wren

16/16/2026

Gray Catbird

16/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/16/2026

American Robin

26/16/2026

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.