Wetland birding habitat

Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/15/2026Milford Neck Wildlife Area--Big Stone Beach Rd.3 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

4/15/2026Port Mahon Rd.2 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

4/13/2026Little Creek Wildlife Area--Main Tract1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

4/13/2026Woodland Beach1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

4/13/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Little Gull

Hydrocoloeus minutus

4/13/2026Reb yard C1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/9/2026Delaware State University (restricted access)1 observed

Saltmarsh Sparrow

Ammospiza caudacuta

4/9/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/9/2026

Northern Flicker

24/9/2026

Blue Jay

14/9/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/9/2026

Carolina Wren

24/9/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/9/2026

Field Sparrow

24/9/2026

White-throated Sparrow

54/9/2026

Eastern Towhee

24/9/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/9/2026

Rusty Blackbird

34/9/2026

Common Grackle

34/9/2026

Common Yellowthroat

14/9/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/9/2026

Canada Goose

24/9/2026

Mourning Dove

14/9/2026

Laughing Gull

174/9/2026

Fish Crow

14/9/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/9/2026

American Robin

44/9/2026

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 Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area?
Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.