Chesapeake Farms
Maryland · Northeast
Challenging
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Chesapeake Farms is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler 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
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
Painted Bunting
Passerina ciris
Rough-legged Hawk
Buteo lagopus
Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)
Anas crecca
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Snow Goose
Canada Goose
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Black Vulture
Turkey Vulture
Bald Eagle
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Carolina Wren
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Northern Cardinal
Cackling Goose
American Black Duck
Red-shouldered Hawk
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
Amenities
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Maryland Birding Guide
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