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

5/31/2026hillsmere annapolis2 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

5/30/2026Battle Creek Cypress Swamp1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/30/2026160 Harry S Truman Pkwy, Annapolis US-MD 38.97914, -76.556971 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

5/30/2026Patuxent River Park--Selby's Landing1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/29/2026Hwy 501 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/29/2026Chesapeake Beach Marina1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/29/2026Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

5/29/2026N Cherry Grove Ave1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

5/28/2026Merkle NRMA1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/28/2026Patuxent River Park--Jackson Landing1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

5/27/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

5/27/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Nelson's Sparrow

Ammospiza nelsoni

5/27/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

35/30/2026

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Chimney Swift

25/30/2026

Laughing Gull

45/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

355/30/2026

American Herring Gull

15/30/2026

Forster's Tern

35/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

45/30/2026

Osprey

75/30/2026

Bald Eagle

25/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/30/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

15/30/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/30/2026

Blue Jay

15/30/2026

American Crow

55/30/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/30/2026

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.