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Marshy Point Nature Center

Maryland · Northeast

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Marshy Point Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, and Black Vulture among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Common MerganserMourning DoveBlack VultureTurkey VultureBald Eagle

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026Rowboat Willies1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/5/2026APG: Spesutie Island Causeway11 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/5/2026APG: Spesutie Island Causeway1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/20262nd Street Park1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

3/5/2026Fort McHenry NM1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

3/5/2026Fort McHenry NM1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/5/2026Lake Roland1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/4/2026Home Depot Pond (Harford Co.)2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

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

Brant (Pale-bellied)

Branta bernicla

3/4/2026Fort McHenry NM1 observed

Brant (Pale-bellied)

Branta bernicla

3/4/2026Fort McHenry NM1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

3/4/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)

Anser albifrons

3/4/2026Loch Raven Reservoir--Paper Mill Flats2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

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

Brant (Pale-bellied)

Branta bernicla

3/3/2026Canton Waterfront Park1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

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

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

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

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/2/2026Back River--Diamond Point Rd.1 observed

Brant (Pale-bellied)

Branta bernicla

3/2/2026Clinton St. Marine Terminals1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/2/2026Fort Smallwood Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Common Merganser

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

26 birds

Mourning Dove

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

2 birds

Black Vulture

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

6 birds

Turkey Vulture

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

2 birds

Bald Eagle

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

2 birds

Downy Woodpecker

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

Northern Flicker

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

3 birds

Blue Jay

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

Carolina Chickadee

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

10 birds

Tufted Titmouse

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

4 birds

White-breasted Nuthatch

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

3 birds

Northern Mockingbird

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

Hermit Thrush

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

White-throated Sparrow

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

4 birds

Red-winged Blackbird

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

Northern Cardinal

Marshy Point Nature Center

3/1/2026

1 birds

Ring-billed Gull

Marshy Point Nature Center

2/28/2026

1 birds

Pileated Woodpecker

Marshy Point Nature Center

2/28/2026

1 birds

American Crow

Marshy Point Nature Center

2/28/2026

8 birds

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Trails
Visitor Center

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles in North America: A Seasonal Viewing Guide

11 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Marshy Point Nature Center for birding?▼
The best months to visit Marshy Point Nature Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Marshy Point Nature Center?▼
Notable species at Marshy Point Nature Center include Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marshy Point Nature Center?▼
Birding at Marshy Point Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Marshy Point Nature Center?▼
Marshy Point Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.