Forest birding habitat

Conquest Preserve

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Conquest Preserve is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

7/21/2026Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/21/2026Sandy Point State Park3 observed

Greater White-fronted x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser albifrons x Branta canadensis

7/21/2026Sandy Point State Park1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/20/2026100 Warner Drive, Chestertown, Maryland, US (39.231, -76.068)2 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

7/20/2026Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour4 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

7/20/2026133 Kilby Pt, Queenstown US-MD 38.85533, -76.204442 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/16/2026Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/15/2026Sandy Point State Park1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island2 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island2 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Black-necked Stilt (Black-necked)

Himantopus mexicanus

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island25 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/10/2026

Black Vulture

17/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

37/10/2026

Osprey

17/10/2026

Fish Crow

17/10/2026

Purple Martin

27/10/2026

Gray Catbird

27/10/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/10/2026

House Sparrow

17/10/2026

American Goldfinch

27/10/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

17/10/2026

Field Sparrow

87/10/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

17/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

77/10/2026

Common Yellowthroat

47/10/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/10/2026

Blue Grosbeak

17/10/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/10/2026

Green Heron

17/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/10/2026

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 Conquest Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Conquest Preserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Conquest Preserve?
Notable species at Conquest Preserve include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Eastern Bluebird, Song Sparrow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Conquest Preserve?
Birding at Conquest Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Conquest Preserve?
Conquest Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.