Coastal birding habitat

Taylor's Island

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Taylor's Island is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Eastern Bluebird 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

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

4/14/2026Blackwater NWR--Wildlife Drive1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/14/2026American Chestnut Land Trust--South1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/14/2026American Chestnut Land Trust--South1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/13/2026Key Wallace Road, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge US-MD 38.44831, -76.095501 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

4/12/2026Greenbrier Swamp--Bucktown Rd.1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

4/12/2026Blackwater NWR--Wildlife Drive1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/11/2026Blackwater NWR--Maple Dam Rd.1 observed

Tundra Swan (Whistling)

Cygnus columbianus

4/11/2026Blackwater NWR--Wildlife Drive2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

64/12/2026

Wood Duck

34/12/2026

Bufflehead

44/12/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/12/2026

Wild Turkey

34/12/2026

Rock Pigeon

24/12/2026

Mourning Dove

84/12/2026

Killdeer

34/12/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/12/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

94/12/2026

Laughing Gull

204/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/12/2026

American Herring Gull

34/12/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

14/12/2026

Forster's Tern

54/12/2026

Royal Tern

24/12/2026

Horned Grebe

64/12/2026

Common Loon

244/12/2026

Northern Gannet

24/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

2764/12/2026

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