Duke Farms IBA

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Duke Farms IBA is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/6/2026Round Valley Recreation Area1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/6/2026Home3 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Hunters Glen2 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Rahway River Park6 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026South Branch Reservation- Stanton Station Section1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/4/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Barnacle x Cackling Goose (hybrid)

Branta leucopsis x hutchinsii

3/4/2026Rahway River Park1 observed

Greater White-fronted x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser albifrons x Branta canadensis

3/3/2026Opie Road1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/3/2026Norz Farm Fields (Hillsborough Twp.)1 observed

Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

102/28/2026

Mallard

152/28/2026

Ring-necked Duck

352/28/2026

Common Merganser

502/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/28/2026

Black Vulture

22/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

European Starling

52/28/2026

White-throated Sparrow

22/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

102/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/28/2026

American Black Duck

22/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

22/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Blue Jay

42/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

22/27/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/27/2026

American Robin

12/27/2026

House Finch

2/27/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Duke Farms IBA for birding?
The best months to visit Duke Farms IBA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Duke Farms IBA?
Notable species at Duke Farms IBA include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Duke Farms IBA?
Birding at Duke Farms IBA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Duke Farms IBA?
Duke Farms IBA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.