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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026White Lake outflow1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Walpack1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/18/2026Delaware Water Gap NRA--Millbrook Village1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/16/2026Allamuchy Mountain SP--Waterloo Village Historic Site1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/14/2026Wallkill River NWR--Owens Station Crossing1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/14/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

4/5/2026Budd Lake5 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/5/2026Swartswood SP--Swartswood Lake1 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

4/5/2026Kenvil Lake1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

4/5/2026Kenvil Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

104/16/2026

Mute Swan

14/16/2026

Wood Duck

24/16/2026

Mallard

14/16/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Northern Flicker

34/16/2026

Blue Jay

24/16/2026

American Crow

14/16/2026

Common Raven

14/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

24/16/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

14/16/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/16/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/16/2026

Carolina Wren

14/16/2026

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.