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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

6/1/2026Mahlon Dickerson Reservation2 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/1/2026Budd Lake2 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/1/2026Ridge Road Power Lines (Restricted Access)1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

5/31/2026High Point SP--Ridge Rd.1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

5/31/2026Joseph M McDade Trail, Dingmans Ferry US-PA 41.22409, -74.870211 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Randolph Trails1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/31/2026Mahlon Dickerson Reservation1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/30/2026Wallkill River NWR--Liberty Marsh (Sussex Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

36/1/2026

Black Vulture

36/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Willow Flycatcher

26/1/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

36/1/2026

American Crow

26/1/2026

Tree Swallow

26/1/2026

Barn Swallow

26/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/1/2026

Carolina Wren

16/1/2026

Gray Catbird

36/1/2026

Veery

16/1/2026

Wood Thrush

16/1/2026

American Robin

26/1/2026

Cedar Waxwing

56/1/2026

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.