Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and American Black Duck 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 American Black Duck Mourning Dove American Herring Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--CMBO Northwood Center1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/31/2026Cape Island--SCMM--Cove Pool1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/31/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026East Point Lighthouse1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026566 Stipsons Island Road, Woodbine, New Jersey, US (39.188, -74.912)1 observed

American Barn Owl (American)

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/30/2026B&D Gardens1 observed

Nelson's Sparrow

Ammospiza nelsoni

5/30/2026Thompson's Beach and Road2 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/30/2026Stevens St. Yard1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

5/30/2026Corson's Inlet SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Clapper Rail

45/30/2026

Black-bellied Plover

15/30/2026

Semipalmated Plover

45/30/2026

Willet

35/30/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

505/30/2026

Laughing Gull

55/30/2026

Forster's Tern

25/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/30/2026

Glossy Ibis

35/30/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

15/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Great Egret

15/30/2026

Fish Crow

15/30/2026

Purple Martin

125/30/2026

Barn Swallow

15/30/2026

American Robin

35/30/2026

House Finch

85/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

145/30/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

45/30/2026

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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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute for birding?▼

The best months to visit Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute?▼

Notable species at Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute include Brant, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute?▼

Birding at Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute?▼

Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.