Forest birding habitat

Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, and Bufflehead 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

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/24/2026Farm Pond2 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/22/2026Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

5/21/2026435 Frank St., Goldsboro NC1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

5/21/2026Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

115/22/2026

Wood Duck

105/22/2026

Mallard

305/22/2026

Ruddy Duck

45/22/2026

Mourning Dove

45/22/2026

American Coot

25/22/2026

Killdeer

15/22/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

325/22/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

15/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

75/22/2026

Turkey Vulture

135/22/2026

Mississippi Kite

15/22/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/22/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/22/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/22/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/22/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/22/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/22/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/22/2026

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 Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant for birding?
The best months to visit Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant?
Notable species at Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant include Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck, American Coot. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant?
Birding at Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant?
Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.