Coastal birding habitat

Woodland Beach

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Woodland Beach is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and forest habitat attracts Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, and Bald Eagle 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

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

7/20/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Raymond Pool1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/20/2026Thousand Acre Marsh1 observed

Hudsonian Godwit

Limosa haemastica

7/19/2026Bombay Hook NWR1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/19/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

7/17/2026Little Creek WA--Mahon Impoundment1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

7/14/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Raymond Pool2 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

7/13/2026Thousand Acre Marsh2 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

7/12/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

7/12/2026Thousand Acre Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

157/16/2026

Clapper Rail

57/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/16/2026

Snowy Egret

7/16/2026

Great Egret

7/16/2026

Bald Eagle

17/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/16/2026

Tree Swallow

7/16/2026

Purple Martin

27/16/2026

Barn Swallow

7/16/2026

Northern House Wren

17/16/2026

Marsh Wren

7/16/2026

Carolina Wren

17/16/2026

European Starling

7/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/16/2026

American Robin

47/16/2026

Field Sparrow

17/16/2026

Seaside Sparrow

37/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Woodland Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Woodland Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Woodland Beach?
Notable species at Woodland Beach include Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, Bald Eagle, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woodland Beach?
Birding at Woodland Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woodland Beach?
Woodland Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.