Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Cedar Waxwing, Bald Eagle, and Northern Flicker among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/4/2026Rubbermaid Factory Pond (private--view from road only)1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/3/2026Jim Barnett Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

2/28/2026Private Pond Tasker Road2 observed

Eastern Bluebird (Eastern)

Sialia sialis

2/28/20269145–9171 Lord Fairfax Hwy, Boyce US-VA 39.10337, -78.031291 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

2/27/2026Swift Shoals Road1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/27/202614176 Hume Rd, Hume, VA1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

2/25/2026Sky Meadows State Park1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/25/2026White's Lake1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/24/2026115 Gretchen Court, Stephenson, Virginia, US (39,222, -78,105)2 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/24/20261634–1674 Winchester Rd, Delaplane US-VA 38.96935, -77.951051 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

23/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/6/2026

Tree Swallow

3/6/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

63/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Purple Finch

13/6/2026

Field Sparrow

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/6/2026

Common Grackle

13/6/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia for birding?
The best months to visit Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia?
Notable species at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia include Cedar Waxwing, Bald Eagle, Northern Flicker, Hermit Thrush, White-throated Sparrow. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia?
Birding at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia?
Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.