Coastal birding habitat

Cattus Island County Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cattus Island County Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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 Eider

Somateria mollissima

6/1/2026Island Beach SP--Great Sedge Island1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Murray Grove1 observed

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

5/31/2026Auto selected 40.14189, -73.886201 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/31/2026Silver Lake and Ferruggiaro Park1 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

5/31/2026Barnegat Lighthouse SP2 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026Barnegat Lighthouse SP1 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

5/31/2026Barnegat Lighthouse SP35 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Brick Township (deCamp WildlifeTrail)2 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/30/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/30/2026Colliers Mills WMA1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/29/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/28/2026Manasquan River WMA (Ridge Rd Access, Ocean Co)1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/28/2026Wells Mills Park1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

5/28/2026Island Beach SP (please consider using more specific locations)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

36/2/2026

Laughing Gull

16/2/2026

American Herring Gull

26/2/2026

Great Egret

36/2/2026

Osprey

36/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/2/2026

Blue Jay

16/2/2026

Carolina Chickadee

16/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

26/2/2026

Tree Swallow

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

26/2/2026

American Goldfinch

16/2/2026

Song Sparrow

26/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

56/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

26/2/2026

Pine Warbler

16/2/2026

Mallard

15/31/2026

Little Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Tricolored Heron

15/31/2026

Snowy Egret

35/31/2026

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 Cattus Island County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cattus Island County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cattus Island County Park?
Notable species at Cattus Island County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cattus Island County Park?
Birding at Cattus Island County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cattus Island County Park?
Cattus Island County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.