Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, 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

Brant Canada Goose Gadwall Mallard American Black Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

7/17/2026Inwood Hill Park2 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

7/17/2026Central Park--North Woods Loch1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/17/2026Plumb Beach1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

7/17/2026Plumb Beach2 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/17/2026Prospect Park1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/17/2026Richard W. DeKorte Park1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

7/17/2026Orange Reservoir1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/17/2026College Point Wetlands (formerly Flushing Airport)2 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/17/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge--East Pond, south end1 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

7/17/2026Plumb Beach2 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

7/17/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

7/17/2026American Princess 20260717 B1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

27/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

7/11/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula for birding?▼

The best months to visit Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula?▼

Notable species at Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula include Brant, Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula?▼

Birding at Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula?▼

Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.