Forest birding habitat

Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Ring-billed Gull among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

7/9/2026Sandy Creek Park1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/6/2026Little Creek Waterfowl Impoundment1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barred Owl

17/13/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/13/2026

Mourning Dove

27/12/2026

Chimney Swift

57/12/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/12/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

17/12/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/12/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/12/2026

White-eyed Vireo

57/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/12/2026

Blue Jay

27/12/2026

American Crow

27/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/12/2026

Barn Swallow

17/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/12/2026

Carolina Wren

57/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road for birding?
The best months to visit Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road?
Notable species at Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, Great Blue Heron, Red-shouldered Hawk. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road?
Birding at Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road?
Butner Game Land - Brickhouse Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.