Forest birding habitat

Jake's Landing

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Jake's Landing is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/20/202620 W Atlantic Ave, Villas US-NJ 39.02852, -74.934921 observed

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

7/20/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Northern Bobwhite

Colinus virginianus

7/20/2026Turkey Point Rd. Bald Eagle Trail1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/20/2026Glades Wildlife Refuge--Turkey Pt.1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/19/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/19/2026Villas--Cox Hall Creek WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Least Sandpiper

77/19/2026

Laughing Gull

327/19/2026

American Herring Gull

17/19/2026

Forster's Tern

87/19/2026

Common Tern

17/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

37/19/2026

Glossy Ibis

27/19/2026

Snowy Egret

57/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Osprey

27/19/2026

Bald Eagle

17/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/19/2026

Tree Swallow

47/19/2026

Purple Martin

27/19/2026

Barn Swallow

27/19/2026

Marsh Wren

47/19/2026

Seaside Sparrow

17/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/19/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

17/19/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

17/19/2026

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 Jake's Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Jake's Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Jake's Landing?
Notable species at Jake's Landing include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jake's Landing?
Birding at Jake's Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Jake's Landing?
Jake's Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.