Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Black Vulture, and Turkey Vulture among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

American Herring Gull Black Vulture Turkey Vulture Cooper's Hawk Northern Harrier

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/13/2026200 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.12807, -74.823931 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/12/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/11/2026Sunray Ave 1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/7/2026Thompson's Beach and Road1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

7/7/2026Thompson's Beach and Road1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

7/5/2026Belleplain SF--East Creek Trail--New Bridge Rd to Lake Nummy1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue for birding?▼

The best months to visit Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue?▼

Notable species at Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue include American Herring Gull, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Cooper's Hawk, Northern Harrier. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue?▼

Birding at Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue?▼

Bivalve - Strawberry Avenue offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.