Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead)

Maryland · Northeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Mallard 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

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

3/6/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

3/4/2026Home2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

3/4/2026stakeout Painted Bunting, Pasadena (2023-2026)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/4/2026133 Kilby Pt, Queenstown US-MD 38.85531, -76.204432 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/2/2026Blue Heron Park, Rock Hall, Maryland, US (39.14, -76.256)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026Providence Farm (Private)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

213/6/2026

Tundra Swan

23/6/2026

Mallard

303/6/2026

Bufflehead

723/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

Belted Kingfisher

23/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead) for birding?
The best months to visit Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead)?
Notable species at Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead) include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Great Blue Heron, Blue Jay. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead)?
Birding at Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead) is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead)?
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Horsehead) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.