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

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

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

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/15/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park1 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

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

7/11/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/15/2026

Tree Swallow

7/15/2026

Barn Swallow

7/15/2026

Marsh Wren

37/15/2026

Carolina Wren

17/15/2026

Gray Catbird

17/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

7/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/15/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/15/2026

Blue Grosbeak

17/15/2026

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.