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

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--CMBO Northwood Center1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/31/2026Cape Island--SCMM--Cove Pool1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/31/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026East Point Lighthouse1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026566 Stipsons Island Road, Woodbine, New Jersey, US (39.188, -74.912)1 observed

American Barn Owl (American)

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/30/2026B&D Gardens1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/30/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Gordon's Pond Trail north1 observed

Nelson's Sparrow

Ammospiza nelsoni

5/30/2026Thompson's Beach and Road2 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/30/2026Stevens St. Yard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

325/30/2026

Mallard

25/30/2026

Laughing Gull

105/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Osprey

35/30/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/30/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/30/2026

American Robin

35/30/2026

Cedar Waxwing

25/30/2026

House Sparrow

15/30/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/30/2026

Fish Crow

25/30/2026

Tree Swallow

55/30/2026

Gray Catbird

15/30/2026

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.