Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Northern Shoveler 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

Barnacle Goose

Branta leucopsis

3/6/20261213 Duck Creek Rd, Smyrna US-DE 39.31346, -75.623141 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/4/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge6 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

3/3/20264269–4537 Mud Mill Rd, Camden Wyoming US-DE (39.0683,-75.6678)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/3/2026Bennett Yard B13 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/2/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

2212/27/2026

Mute Swan

62/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

302/27/2026

Gadwall

1002/27/2026

American Wigeon

122/27/2026

American Black Duck

42/27/2026

Northern Pintail

252/27/2026

Lesser Scaup

42/27/2026

Bufflehead

42/27/2026

Hooded Merganser

182/27/2026

Common Merganser

322/27/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

42/27/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

72/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/27/2026

Northern Harrier

42/27/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

342/27/2026

Green-winged Teal

102/21/2026

American Coot

712/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment for birding?
The best months to visit Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment?
Notable species at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment?
Birding at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment?
Little Creek WA - Mahon Impoundment offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.