Wetland birding habitat

E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Green-winged Teal 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

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

6/2/2026Chincoteague NWR--Toms Cove2 observed

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

6/2/2026Chincoteague NWR* (general area)1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

6/2/2026Figgs Landing Rd.4 observed

Northern Gannet

Morus bassanus

6/2/2026BS-CNWR NewNOSV1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Rackcliffe House and trails1 observed

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

5/31/2026Assateague Is. km 8-91 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Pitts Landing1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/27/2026Chincoteague Island Nature Trail1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

5/27/2026Assateague Island (Virginia)1 observed

Swainson's Thrush (Olive-backed)

Catharus ustulatus

5/26/2026Chincoteague NWR--Wildlife Loop1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

76/2/2026

Laughing Gull

16/2/2026

Forster's Tern

16/2/2026

Black Vulture

16/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/2/2026

Carolina Chickadee

26/2/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

36/2/2026

Carolina Wren

16/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/2/2026

American Robin

26/2/2026

American Goldfinch

16/2/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/2/2026

Field Sparrow

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/2/2026

Pine Warbler

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North for birding?
The best months to visit E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North?
Notable species at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Green-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North?
Birding at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North?
E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.