Forest birding habitat

Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions)

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Pileated Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, and Blue Jay 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

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026home1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/30/2026Tydings Memorial Park, Havre de Grace1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/30/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park43 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/30/2026Susquehanna State Park1 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

5/30/2026Swan Harbor Farm1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/29/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park2 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/29/2026Lake Roland1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/29/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/29/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/29/2026Chesapeake Drive, Havre De Grace (private)1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck (Northern)

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/29/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chimney Swift

45/25/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/25/2026

Northern Flicker

15/25/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/25/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/25/2026

Tree Swallow

15/25/2026

Barn Swallow

15/25/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/25/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/25/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/25/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

75/25/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/25/2026

Indigo Bunting

25/25/2026

Canada Goose

25/19/2026

Mourning Dove

25/19/2026

Green Heron

25/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/19/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/19/2026

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 Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions) for birding?
The best months to visit Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions)?
Notable species at Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions) include Pileated Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, Blue Jay, American Crow, Eastern Bluebird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions)?
Birding at Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions)?
Harford Glen Envir. Educ. Center (seasonal access restrictions) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.