Lake birding habitat

Silver Lake, Rehoboth

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Silver Lake, Rehoboth is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canvasback, Red-breasted Merganser, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

7/14/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/14/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Gordon's Pond Trail North1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

57/14/2026

Black Vulture

37/14/2026

European Starling

27/14/2026

Canada Goose

107/14/2026

Mourning Dove

27/14/2026

Laughing Gull

27/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/14/2026

Snowy Egret

17/14/2026

Green Heron

17/14/2026

Osprey

17/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/14/2026

Fish Crow

27/14/2026

Purple Martin

27/14/2026

Barn Swallow

37/14/2026

Gray Catbird

17/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/14/2026

American Robin

17/14/2026

House Sparrow

17/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Silver Lake, Rehoboth for birding?
The best months to visit Silver Lake, Rehoboth for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Silver Lake, Rehoboth?
Notable species at Silver Lake, Rehoboth include Canvasback, Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Common Grackle. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Silver Lake, Rehoboth?
Birding at Silver Lake, Rehoboth is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Silver Lake, Rehoboth?
Silver Lake, Rehoboth offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.