River/Riparian birding habitat

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Rock Pigeon 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

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

7/17/2026Mount "N" Meadow, Blairstown1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/14/2026Delaware Water Gap NRA--Pompey Rd1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/14/2026Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Branchville US-NJ 41.15805, -74.822802 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/13/2026NJ - NoBeBoSco (private)2 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/12/2026Clark Drive, Mt. Olive, NJ1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/12/2026Bear Swamp WMA4 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/12/2026Johnsonburg Swamp Preserve (Warren Co.)1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/12/2026Johnsonburg Swamp Preserve (Warren Co.)3 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

7/12/2026Johnsonburg Swamp Preserve (Warren Co.)1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/10/2026Downtown Sparta US-NJ1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

7/8/2026Clinton Road P-7 (Bearfort Waters)1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/6/2026Culvers Lake2 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/6/2026Culvers Lake3 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

7/5/2026714 Old Mine Road, between Millbrook Village and Ridge Rd Trail (41.078, -74.961)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

67/10/2026

Mourning Dove

27/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/10/2026

Great Egret

17/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/10/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/10/2026

Northern Flicker

17/10/2026

Willow Flycatcher

27/10/2026

Eastern Kingbird

67/10/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/10/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/10/2026

Tree Swallow

107/10/2026

Gray Catbird

67/10/2026

Veery

17/10/2026

American Robin

47/10/2026

Cedar Waxwing

207/10/2026

American Goldfinch

87/10/2026

Song Sparrow

107/10/2026

Swamp Sparrow

47/10/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA for birding?
The best months to visit Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA?
Notable species at Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA include Mallard, American Black Duck, Rock Pigeon, Barred Owl, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA?
Birding at Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA?
Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area / Hyper Humus IBA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.