Morris Arboretum’s natural areas include wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along the Wissahickon Creek. These areas provide a great habitat for a wide variety of wildlife and birds year-round. There are resident birds, as well as migrating raptors and warblers to see. Additionally, Out on a Limb gives you a chance to look for birds on the tree canopy: a great vantage point for viewing birds at treetop level.
Photos by Susan Marshall
American Goldfinch
Baltimore Oriole
Barn Swallow
Belted Kingfisher
Brown-headed Cowbird
Carolina Chickadee
Carolina Wren
Cooper's Hawk
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Seasonal Birds at Morris Arboretum List compiled by Ruth Pfeffer
Birds of the East Coast
Take a self-guided tour of the wetlands where many notable birds have been sighted. Get the Guide »
There are a number of bird watching classes that appeal to beginners and experts alike, offered through our Education department.
See our current offerings »
For more birding trip and events in the greater Philadelphia region, visit www.johnjames.audubon.org »
All guests, including members, are required to reserve advance tickets for admission. Parking is included with your advance ticket.
Guests are not required to wear face coverings outdoors, but face coverings must always be worn indoors.
The Arboretum is open as usual. Click here for hours.
Please note: The Rose Garden is closed for maintenance every Thursday morning until noon.
Weather conditions may limit garden access to certain features even if the garden is open – please check the web site or call (215) 247-5777 for updates before visiting. Our visitors’ safety in the garden is our top priority. Therefore when inclement weather is predicted, we will make decisions about closing the garden accordingly.
