Forest birding habitat

Cloverdale Farm

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cloverdale Farm is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Hooded Merganser, and Great Blue Heron 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

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/18/2026Whitesbog (Burlington County)1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/18/2026848 Ensign Drive, Lacey Township, New Jersey, US (39.837, -74.152)1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

4/17/2026646 Newell Ave, Manahawkin US-NJ 39.66914, -74.244231 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/17/2026Ocean County Parks Offices1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/17/2026Ocean County Parks Offices1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/16/2026643 NJ-72, Barnegat US-NJ 39.79724, -74.377581 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

4/15/2026Wharton SF--Carranza Rd1 observed

Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

4/15/2026Barnegat Lighthouse SP1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/15/2026Bayville Yard1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/13/2026Wading River WMA (restricted access)1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/12/2026Swan Bay WMA1 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

4/12/2026Barnegat Lighthouse SP1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/12/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Bridge to Nowhere2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

14/18/2026

Mourning Dove

34/18/2026

Eastern Screech-Owl

14/18/2026

American Robin

24/18/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

34/18/2026

Pine Warbler

14/18/2026

Canada Goose

104/18/2026

Mallard

24/18/2026

Great Egret

24/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/18/2026

Osprey

14/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

34/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/18/2026

Blue Jay

84/18/2026

American Crow

34/18/2026

Carolina Chickadee

4/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

4/18/2026

Tree Swallow

4/18/2026

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 Cloverdale Farm for birding?
The best months to visit Cloverdale Farm for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cloverdale Farm?
Notable species at Cloverdale Farm include Mallard, Hooded Merganser, Great Blue Heron, Red-tailed Hawk, Blue Jay. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cloverdale Farm?
Birding at Cloverdale Farm is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cloverdale Farm?
Cloverdale Farm offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.