Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Northern Pintail 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

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/5/2026Natural Lands Trust--Peek Preserve1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Stone Harbor Blvd.1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/2026Ocean City Golf Course1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

2/26/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830372 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

2/23/2026Jeffers Landing Road, Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, US (39.319, -74.651)1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/21/2026Tuckahoe WMA (Cape May Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

2/28/2026

Mallard

2/28/2026

Northern Pintail

2/28/2026

Barred Owl

12/28/2026

Song Sparrow

22/28/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

12/28/2026

Mute Swan

102/21/2026

Tundra Swan

112/21/2026

American Black Duck

72/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

32/21/2026

Ring-necked Duck

402/21/2026

Hooded Merganser

102/21/2026

Mourning Dove

12/21/2026

American Herring Gull

2/21/2026

Northern Harrier

42/21/2026

Bald Eagle

12/21/2026

Great Horned Owl

12/21/2026

Short-eared Owl

12/21/2026

Northern Flicker

12/21/2026

American Robin

12/21/2026

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 Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Barred Owl, Song Sparrow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area?
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.