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

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

6/1/2026Stafford Avenue, Stafford Township, New Jersey, US (39.694, -74.238)1 observed

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

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

5/31/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)1 observed

Saltmarsh Sparrow

Ammospiza caudacuta

5/31/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/31/2026Stafford Avenue, Stafford Township, New Jersey, US (39.694, -74.238)1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, Absecon US-NJ 39.53493, -74.422483 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

5/31/2026Franklin Parker Preserve--Main Section (includes Chatsworth Lake)2 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

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/2026USGS BBS Spraguetown 3 272 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/31/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)6 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

5/31/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)2 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

56/1/2026

Mallard

26/1/2026

Glossy Ibis

46/1/2026

Little Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Snowy Egret

26/1/2026

Great Egret

26/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

46/1/2026

Osprey

16/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

26/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

26/1/2026

American Crow

26/1/2026

Carolina Chickadee

16/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

46/1/2026

Tree Swallow

56/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/1/2026

Carolina Wren

16/1/2026

Gray Catbird

26/1/2026

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.