Forest birding habitat

Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Turkey Vulture 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/3/2026South Mountain Reservation below Crest Drive1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

6/3/2026Lord Stirling Park1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

6/3/2026Black River Park (Roxbury)1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

6/3/2026Maplewood Memorial Park

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/2/2026Lord Stirling Park3 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

6/2/2026Mahlon Dickerson Reservation1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

6/2/2026Waterloo Valley Road1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/2/2026Lord Stirling Park1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

6/1/2026Duke Farms IBA1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

6/1/2026Glenfield Park1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/1/2026Willowwood Arboretum (Morris County)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chimney Swift

26/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

56/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

36/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/3/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/3/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/3/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/3/2026

Blue Jay

36/3/2026

Tufted Titmouse

36/3/2026

Tree Swallow

36/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

26/3/2026

Northern House Wren

56/3/2026

Carolina Wren

16/3/2026

Gray Catbird

96/3/2026

Brown Thrasher

16/3/2026

Veery

36/3/2026

Wood Thrush

16/3/2026

American Robin

96/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/3/2026

House Finch

16/3/2026

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 Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary for birding?
The best months to visit Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary?
Notable species at Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary?
Birding at Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary?
Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.