University of Delaware Farm
Delaware · Northeast
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
University of Delaware Farm is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Raven, American Woodcock, and Cackling Goose among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.
Location
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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
Ross's Goose
Anser rossii
Pine Warbler
Setophaga pinus
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Cackling Goose
Branta hutchinsii
Iceland Gull
Larus glaucoides
Iceland Gull (kumlieni)
Larus glaucoides
Rusty Blackbird
Euphagus carolinus
Common Loon
Gavia immer
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
Sharp-shinned Hawk
European Starling
American Robin
Dark-eyed Junco
White-throated Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Common Grackle
Common Raven
American Woodcock
Red-shouldered Hawk
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Blue Jay
Carolina Wren
American Tree Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
- 2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
Amenities
More in Delaware
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Ashland Nature Center and Hawk Watch
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Assawoman Wildlife Area
Wetland birding hotspot in Delaware with 260 recorded species.