Forest birding habitat

Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

7/19/2026Lake Fairfax Park1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

7/16/2026Kinloch Farm2 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/12/2026Manassas National Battlefield Park--Portici Area1 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

7/12/2026Guilford Station Pond1 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

7/11/2026C&O Canal--Violette's Lock1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/11/2026C&O Canal--Violette's Lock1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

47/20/2026

Chimney Swift

27/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

37/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/20/2026

Tree Swallow

17/20/2026

Gray Catbird

17/20/2026

American Robin

147/20/2026

House Finch

47/20/2026

American Goldfinch

77/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

97/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

37/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/20/2026

American Crow

17/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/20/2026

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 Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project for birding?
The best months to visit Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project?
Notable species at Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project?
Birding at Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project?
Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.