Wetland birding habitat

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Northern Pintail 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

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/20/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

7/19/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830371 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

7/16/2026East Point Lighthouse

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/13/2026200 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.12807, -74.823931 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/13/2026Stone Harbor Blvd--The Wetlands Institute1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/7/2026Thompson's Beach and Road1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

7/7/2026Thompson's Beach and Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

7/17/2026

Mallard

7/17/2026

Mourning Dove

7/17/2026

Forster's Tern

7/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

7/17/2026

Glossy Ibis

7/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

7/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

7/17/2026

Tree Swallow

7/17/2026

Barn Swallow

7/17/2026

Marsh Wren

7/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

7/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

7/17/2026

Laughing Gull

507/17/2026

American Herring Gull

17/17/2026

Least Bittern

27/17/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/17/2026

Great Egret

17/17/2026

Osprey

17/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/17/2026

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 Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Barred Owl, Song Sparrow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area?
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.