Forest birding habitat

Hartshorne Woods

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hartshorne Woods is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Bufflehead, American Robin, and Northern Cardinal 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

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

5/31/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

5/31/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

5/31/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge--East Pond1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Gray-headed)

Junco hyemalis

5/31/2026Fort Tilden1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

5/31/2026Great Kills Park--Mudflats1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026Plumb Beach1 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

5/31/2026Breezy Point Tip2 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

5/31/2026Plumb Beach2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

35/26/2026

Laughing Gull

105/26/2026

Osprey

15/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/26/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/26/2026

Northern Flicker

15/26/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/26/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/26/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/26/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/26/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/26/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

35/26/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/26/2026

Blue Jay

55/26/2026

Common Raven

15/26/2026

Tufted Titmouse

25/26/2026

Bank Swallow

55/26/2026

Barn Swallow

15/26/2026

Northern House Wren

15/26/2026

Carolina Wren

15/26/2026

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 Hartshorne Woods for birding?
The best months to visit Hartshorne Woods for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hartshorne Woods?
Notable species at Hartshorne Woods include Bufflehead, American Robin, Northern Cardinal, American Herring Gull, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hartshorne Woods?
Birding at Hartshorne Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hartshorne Woods?
Hartshorne Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.