Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Wood Duck 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

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Harris Teeter Retention Pond1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

3/6/2026Hickory1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/6/2026**Back Bay NWR32 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/5/2026Lake Thrasher1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

3/5/2026Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Virginia Beach US-VA 36.67204, -75.9153814 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Virginia Beach US-VA 36.67204, -75.915381 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/5/2026**Back Bay NWR1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/4/2026**Back Bay NWR1 observed

Cackling Goose (Richardson's)

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Lake Thrasher1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/1/2026

Tundra Swan

93/1/2026

Wood Duck

23/1/2026

Blue-winged Teal

43/1/2026

Gadwall

53/1/2026

Mallard

23/1/2026

American Black Duck

43/1/2026

Northern Pintail

23/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

353/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

143/1/2026

Killdeer

23/1/2026

White Ibis

93/1/2026

Great Egret

13/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/1/2026

Bald Eagle

13/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/1/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

13/1/2026

American Crow

23/1/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract for birding?
The best months to visit Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract?
Notable species at Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract?
Birding at Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract?
Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area - Whitehurst Tract offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.