Forest birding habitat

Fairhaven

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fairhaven is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Gadwall 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

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

7/21/2026Hillsmere Shores Community Beach, Annapolis (private)1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/20/2026Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis US-MD 38.84449, -76.460432 observed

Sandwich Tern (Cabot's)

Thalasseus sandvicensis

7/20/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/20/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

7/19/2026Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary, Prince Frederick US-MD (38.4901,-76.5915)1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

7/18/2026North Beach--fishing pier3 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

7/17/2026Hillsmere Beach1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/17/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/16/2026Fairhaven1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/16/2026North Beach-9119 Bay Avenue1 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

7/15/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Chimney Swift

37/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/20/2026

Least Tern

17/20/2026

Forster's Tern

87/20/2026

Snowy Egret

27/20/2026

Green Heron

27/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/20/2026

Black Vulture

17/20/2026

Osprey

27/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/20/2026

American Crow

37/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/20/2026

Purple Martin

307/20/2026

Barn Swallow

17/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/20/2026

Carolina Wren

37/20/2026

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 Fairhaven for birding?
The best months to visit Fairhaven for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fairhaven?
Notable species at Fairhaven include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fairhaven?
Birding at Fairhaven is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fairhaven?
Fairhaven offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.