Coastal birding habitat

Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 274 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

6/2/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Wildlife Drive (8-mile auto tour loop only)1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

6/1/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR (formerly Brig)1 observed

Black-necked Stilt (Black-necked)

Himantopus mexicanus

6/1/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR (formerly Brig)1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/1/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR (formerly Brig)1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

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

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

5/31/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)1 observed

Saltmarsh Sparrow

Ammospiza caudacuta

5/31/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/31/2026Stafford Avenue, Stafford Township, New Jersey, US (39.694, -74.238)1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, Absecon US-NJ 39.53493, -74.422483 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

Clapper Rail

36/2/2026

American Oystercatcher

16/2/2026

Willet

86/2/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

76/2/2026

Least Sandpiper

26/2/2026

Laughing Gull

356/2/2026

American Herring Gull

256/2/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

56/2/2026

Black Skimmer

16/2/2026

Least Tern

16/2/2026

Forster's Tern

56/2/2026

Common Tern

16/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

26/2/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

26/2/2026

Snowy Egret

76/2/2026

Great Egret

176/2/2026

Osprey

26/2/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

26/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area include Brant, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area?
Tuckerton - Great Bay Bvld. Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.