Forest birding habitat

Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Fort Smallwood Road1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

6/1/2026Chestertown WWTP3 observed

Northern Cardinal (Common)

Cardinalis cardinalis

5/31/202665 Weber Ave, Essex US-MD (39.3154,-76.4350)1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

5/30/2026Lawrence Wetland Preserve1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/30/2026Fort Smallwood Park1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/29/2026MD-297 farm pond adjacent Chinquapin Rd intersection5 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

5/29/2026Sandy Point State Park1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/29/2026North Point SP--Black Marsh1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/29/2026North Point SP--Black Marsh1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

5/27/2026Chestertown WWTP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

76/1/2026

Wood Duck

126/1/2026

Mallard

26/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

16/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

36/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

76/1/2026

Osprey

66/1/2026

Bald Eagle

16/1/2026

Tree Swallow

26/1/2026

Barn Swallow

26/1/2026

European Starling

186/1/2026

Brown Thrasher

16/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

46/1/2026

American Robin

16/1/2026

House Sparrow

86/1/2026

House Finch

46/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

326/1/2026

Common Grackle

96/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour for birding?
The best months to visit Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour?
Notable species at Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour?
Birding at Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour?
Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.