Grassland birding habitat

Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Yellow-bellied Sapsucker among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

4/14/2026Backyard

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

4/13/2026First Presbyterian Church (Darien)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

4/13/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

4/13/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island2 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

4/13/2026Backyard

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

4/13/2026Backyard

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

4/13/2026Saint Simons Island--Cannons Point Preserve1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

4/13/2026Saint Simons Island--Cannons Point Preserve1 observed

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

4/13/2026Saint Simons Island--Cannons Point Preserve1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

4/12/2026Paulks Pasture WMA1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/12/2026St Simons Island our neighborhoood1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

4/11/2026Altamaha WMA--Champney Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black Vulture

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

24/15/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

24/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

44/15/2026

Blue Jay

24/15/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/15/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

84/15/2026

Carolina Wren

24/15/2026

Brown Thrasher

24/15/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/15/2026

Eastern Towhee

24/15/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

24/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

24/15/2026

Hooded Warbler

44/15/2026

Northern Parula

54/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area include Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area?
Paulks Pasture Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.