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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/28/2026Stevens Street-yard1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/28/2026152 Stevens Street, West Cape May, New Jersey, US (38.942, -74.948)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Assawoman Wildlife Area1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

5/28/2026Cape Island--Stevens St. Hawkwatching site1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/28/2026Stevens Street-yard1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

5/28/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

5/28/2026Yard, CMP, NJ1 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

5/27/2026Lewes-Cape May Ferry (DE waters)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

5/27/2026Evening Grosbeak Hotspot1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

235/24/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/24/2026

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.