Wetland birding habitat

Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/18/2026Fort Mott SP & Finns Point NC1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Nine Foot Rd.1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/18/2026Old Bohemia WMA--Telegraph Rd. entrance2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Creek Rd.1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Creek Rd.1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/17/2026Driscoll Yard, Newark US-DE1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/17/2026White Clay Creek State Preserve, Landenberg US-PA 39.76604, -75.766501 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/17/2026Fair Hill NRMA1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/17/2026First State NHP--Brandywine Valley Unit1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/16/2026Bucktoe Creek Preserve (restricted access/private)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

14/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

34/18/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

14/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/18/2026

Canada Goose

24/18/2026

Mallard

24/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/18/2026

Osprey

14/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/18/2026

Fish Crow

74/18/2026

Tree Swallow

14/18/2026

Barn Swallow

34/18/2026

European Starling

14/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/18/2026

American Robin

14/18/2026

House Sparrow

14/18/2026

House Finch

24/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

24/18/2026

Song Sparrow

14/18/2026

Eastern Towhee

14/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge?
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.