Longwood Gardens

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Longwood Gardens is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Driscoll Yard, Newark US-DE1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/5/2026Springton Reservoir (restricted access)3 observed

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x rubripes

3/4/2026Fernhill Lake/West Goshen Community Park1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/4/2026Tyler Arboretum1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/3/2026West Vincent Twp. Sewage Pond1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/2/2026516 Murphys Ln, Hockessin US-DE 39.78472, -75.703242 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

3/2/2026Pugh Road, Wayne, PA backyard birdfeeder1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026First State NHP--Brandywine Valley Unit2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

2/28/2026Atwater Quarry (restricted access)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

353/2/2026

Mallard

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

43/2/2026

Black Vulture

33/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

43/2/2026

American Crow

33/2/2026

Carolina Chickadee

23/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

43/2/2026

Carolina Wren

43/2/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/2/2026

Hermit Thrush

23/2/2026

American Robin

453/2/2026

House Finch

23/2/2026

American Goldfinch

33/2/2026

Fox Sparrow

13/2/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

403/2/2026

White-throated Sparrow

43/2/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Longwood Gardens for birding?
The best months to visit Longwood Gardens for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Longwood Gardens?
Notable species at Longwood Gardens include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Longwood Gardens?
Birding at Longwood Gardens is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Longwood Gardens?
Longwood Gardens offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.