Coastal birding habitat

Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and forest 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

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/17/2026Blackbird SF--White Rd. Tract1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/17/2026Blackbird SF--Cypress Complex-Horse Pond1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/17/2026Blackbird SF--Naudain Tract2 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge3 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/16/2026118–172 Saw Mill Rd, Townsend US-DE 39.34896, -75.745891 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/16/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Raymond Pool2 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

4/15/2026Port Mahon Rd.2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

14/15/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

Osprey

14/15/2026

Bald Eagle

14/15/2026

Tree Swallow

14/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

34/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

24/15/2026

Field Sparrow

14/13/2026

Canada Goose

24/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

204/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

254/5/2026

Dunlin

304/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/5/2026

Snowy Egret

14/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/5/2026

Wild Turkey

64/5/2026

Killdeer

14/5/2026

Laughing Gull

74/5/2026

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 WA - Taylor's Gut for birding?
The best months to visit Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut?
Notable species at Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut?
Birding at Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut?
Woodland Beach WA - Taylor's Gut offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.