River/Riparian birding habitat

Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Northern Shoveler 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

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

7/11/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

7/11/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Finis Pool1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/9/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/9/2026Little Creek WA--Observation Tower area1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/8/2026Blackbird SF--Tybout Tract1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

257/12/2026

Mute Swan

67/12/2026

Mallard

17/12/2026

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/12/2026

Black-necked Stilt

157/12/2026

Killdeer

87/12/2026

Semipalmated Plover

37/12/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

2257/12/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

1507/12/2026

Willet

27/12/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

207/12/2026

Least Sandpiper

407/12/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

407/12/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

17/12/2026

Laughing Gull

257/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/12/2026

American Herring Gull

207/12/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

47/12/2026

Black Skimmer

407/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment for birding?
The best months to visit Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment?
Notable species at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment?
Birding at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment?
Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.