Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/6/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Bear Swamp observation tower trail1 observed

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/6/2026Whitehall Neck Rd.1 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

King Rail

Rallus elegans

3/3/2026Prime Hook NWR--Fowler Beach Rd./Fowler Beach1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/3/2026Bennett Yard B13 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/2/2026Prome Hook Beach Rd1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/27/2026779 Mosley Rd, Milford US-DE (39.0129,-75.4126)1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area?
Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.