Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia

Virginia · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Cedar Waxwing, Bald Eagle, and Northern Flicker among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Cedar Waxwing Bald Eagle Northern Flicker Hermit Thrush White-throated Sparrow

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/3/2026Featherbed Road1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

6/2/2026G.R. Thompson WMA--Trillium Trail1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

6/2/2026G.R. Thompson WMA--Trillium Trail2 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/30/2026Abrams Creek Wetlands Preserve (Frederick Co.)1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/29/2026Sky Meadows State Park1 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

5/29/2026G.R. Thompson WMA--Thompson Lake Area1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

5/28/2026Friendship Park1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/25/2026Abrams Creek Wetlands Preserve (City of Winchester)1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/25/2026On the Shores of Shenandoah (private)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

36/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/3/2026

Blue Jay

16/3/2026

Tree Swallow

36/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/3/2026

Carolina Wren

16/3/2026

Gray Catbird

16/3/2026

Eastern Bluebird

16/3/2026

American Robin

16/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

36/3/2026

American Goldfinch

26/3/2026

Field Sparrow

26/3/2026

Song Sparrow

26/3/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

16/3/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/3/2026

Baltimore Oriole

26/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/3/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/3/2026

Indigo Bunting

16/3/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Virginia Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia for birding?▼

The best months to visit Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia?▼

Notable species at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia include Cedar Waxwing, Bald Eagle, Northern Flicker, Hermit Thrush, White-throated Sparrow. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia?▼

Birding at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia?▼

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.