Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026144 Seeley Rd, Bridgeton US-NJ (39.5033,-75.2413)1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Driscoll Yard, Newark US-DE1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/4/2026Old State Road, Townsend, Delaware, US (39.439, -75.645)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026First State NHP--Brandywine Valley Unit2 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/1/2026C&D Canal Wildlife Area--Central Section1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/28/2026Delaware City Waterfront - ABA HQ1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

2/28/2026Delaware City Waterfront - ABA HQ1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge?
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.