Goldsboro Wastewater Treatment Plant

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/5/2026313 Walnut Creek Drive, Goldsboro, North Carolina, US (35.312, -77.863)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

23/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

103/5/2026

American Coot

103/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

American Crow

43/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

43/3/2026

Lesser Scaup

43/3/2026

Bufflehead

103/3/2026

Ruddy Duck

803/3/2026

Killdeer

13/3/2026

Least Sandpiper

123/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/3/2026

Canada Goose

22/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

682/27/2026

Mallard

12/27/2026

Hooded Merganser

272/27/2026

Wilson's Snipe

12/27/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

12/27/2026

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.