River/Riparian birding habitat

Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 272 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

7/20/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Breakwater Harbor and shoreline1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/20/202620 W Atlantic Ave, Villas US-NJ 39.02852, -74.934921 observed

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

7/20/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/19/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/19/2026Villas--Cox Hall Creek WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

207/20/2026

Mallard

17/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Laughing Gull

57/20/2026

Osprey

157/20/2026

Bald Eagle

17/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

27/20/2026

Blue Jay

27/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/20/2026

Purple Martin

107/20/2026

Carolina Wren

17/20/2026

Northern Mockingbird

57/20/2026

American Robin

57/20/2026

House Sparrow

207/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

27/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/20/2026

Gray Catbird

17/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area?
Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.