Urban Park birding habitat

Thompson Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Thompson Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Redhead, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

7/18/202640.46728, -73.890012 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/18/2026Manasquan Reservoir IBA1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/18/2026Manasquan Reservoir IBA1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/17/2026Shark River--Hillside Road2 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

7/17/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

7/17/2026American Princess 20260717 B1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

7/15/2026Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach--Ocean Breeze Fishing Pier8 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

7/14/2026Coney Island Pier1 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

7/14/2026Heavenly Farms

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

207/17/2026

Wood Duck

37/17/2026

Mourning Dove

47/17/2026

Chimney Swift

17/17/2026

Green Heron

27/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/17/2026

Osprey

17/17/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/17/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/17/2026

Blue Jay

57/17/2026

Fish Crow

27/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

37/17/2026

Purple Martin

17/17/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Thompson Park for birding?
The best months to visit Thompson Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Thompson Park?
Notable species at Thompson Park include Canada Goose, Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Bald Eagle. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Thompson Park?
Birding at Thompson Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Thompson Park?
Thompson Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.