South · Atlantic Flyway
Birds in Delaware
Birds in Delaware: Delaware Bay is one of the most important shorebird stopovers in the Western Hemisphere. This guide lists the common backyard birds, a month-by-month calendar, and the best places to go bird watching in Delaware.
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Common Birds in Delaware
The most frequently reported bird species across Delaware. Click any bird for full profiles, photos, calls, and attraction tips.
Backyard Birds in Delaware
Delaware backyard birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens. These are the species you’re most likely to attract with the right food, plants, and habitat setup.
Where to Go Bird Watching in Delaware
The best places to see birds in Delaware, from national wildlife refuges to local sanctuaries.
Bombay Hook NWR
Delaware Bay shorebird migration—Red Knots feed on horseshoe crab eggs.
Birds in Delaware by Month
What to expect each month: migration arrivals, departures, and seasonal highlights.
Birds by Habitat in Delaware
Delaware spans 4 major habitat types. Explore birds adapted to each environment.
Birds in neighboring states
About birding in Delaware
Delaware is located in the South region of the United States and falls along the Atlantic Flyway, one of four major North American migration routes. The state is home to more than 420 bird species across 4 habitat types: coastal, wetland, forest, urban.
Whether you’re a backyard birder in Wilmington or planning a trip to Bombay Hook NWR, this guide covers the most commonly seen species, seasonal patterns, and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in Delaware.