Wetland birding habitat

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Gadwall 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

5/31/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Wildlife Drive (8-mile auto tour loop only)1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Wildlife Drive (8-mile auto tour loop only)2 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Visitor Center1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/31/2026121 Lighthouse Ln, Egg Harbor Township US-NJ 39.36399, -74.643091 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/30/2026

Mute Swan

315/30/2026

Mallard

45/30/2026

Wild Turkey

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Black-bellied Plover

45/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Semipalmated Plover

15/30/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

45/30/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Laughing Gull

25/30/2026

Forster's Tern

25/30/2026

Tricolored Heron

35/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Great Egret

35/30/2026

American Robin

15/30/2026

American Goldfinch

15/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/30/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

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 (Corbin City/Atlantic County) for birding?
The best months to visit Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)?
Notable species at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Gadwall, American Black Duck, Hooded Merganser. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)?
Birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)?
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.