Coastal birding habitat

George Island Landing

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

George Island Landing is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Pitts Landing1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/29/2026Assateague I. NS--Life of the Marsh1 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

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

5/26/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach2 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

5/25/2026Chincoteague NWR -- South Lot Dunes and Flats1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/25/2026Assateague I. NS--Bayside Point1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/25/2026Assateague I. NS--Bayside Point1 observed

Savannah Sparrow (Savannah)

Passerculus sandwichensis

5/24/2026Arbuckle Neck Road1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/24/2026Chincoteague NWR--Toms Cove1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/31/2026

Clapper Rail

45/31/2026

American Oystercatcher

15/31/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

65/31/2026

Willet

85/31/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

25/31/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

35/31/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

225/31/2026

Laughing Gull

155/31/2026

American Herring Gull

45/31/2026

Least Tern

25/31/2026

Forster's Tern

55/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

85/31/2026

Glossy Ibis

25/31/2026

Tricolored Heron

25/31/2026

Snowy Egret

55/31/2026

Great Egret

35/31/2026

Bald Eagle

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit George Island Landing for birding?
The best months to visit George Island Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at George Island Landing?
Notable species at George Island Landing include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at George Island Landing?
Birding at George Island Landing is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at George Island Landing?
George Island Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.