Manomet, Plymouth, Massachusetts, US
May 27, 2018 5:45 AM – 6:30 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.25 mile(s)
4 species

Red-headed Woodpecker  1     continuing adult, calling and compared to local Red-bellies higher pitch and shorter.  Seen later in morning in better light/background and in flight
Red-bellied Woodpecker  3
Eastern Phoebe  1
Great Crested Flycatcher  1

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S46092962


Plymouth Beach, Plymouth, Massachusetts, US
May 27, 2018 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Protocol: Traveling
2.5 mile(s)
Comments:     BBC/SSBC/FMSSF/PasamasketBC trip 10 participants
36 species

Mallard (Northern)  12
Common Eider (Dresser’s)  1
Double-crested Cormorant  75
Osprey (carolinensis)  2
Black-bellied Plover  40
Semipalmated Plover  30
Piping Plover  12
Ruddy Turnstone  7
Sanderling  15
Dunlin  2
White-rumped Sandpiper  2
Semipalmated Sandpiper  250
Willet (Eastern)  12
Bonaparte’s Gull  25     no adults
Laughing Gull  250
Ring-billed Gull  175     all first and second year birds; one bird close to adult 3rd yr?
Herring Gull (American)  X
Lesser Black-backed Gull  1     ad or 4th year (brown area on bird seen in field, but image(s) do not show this
Great Black-backed Gull  X
Least Tern  150
Common Tern (hirundo)  10
Black Skimmer  2     adult, one larger than other – male?
Mourning Dove  3
American Crow  4
Horned Lark  2
Tree Swallow  3
Bank Swallow  8
Barn Swallow (American)  20
Northern Mockingbird  1
European Starling  X
Common Yellowthroat  1
Yellow Warbler (Northern)  1
Song Sparrow  11
Common Grackle  21
House Finch  7
House Sparrow  X

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S46092965

BBC daily field trips to Mount Auburn are back!

It’s that time of year again! The Brookline Bird Club will be leading daily birding trips through Mount Auburn Cemetery, an oasis for migrating birds, this spring from Wednesday April 17th through Sunday May 26th

BBC daily field trips to Mount Auburn are back!

It’s that time of year again! The Brookline Bird Club will be leading daily birding trips through Mount Auburn Cemetery, an oasis for migrating birds, this spring from Wednesday April 17th through Sunday May 26th

BBC daily field trips to Mount Auburn are back!

It’s that time of year again! The Brookline Bird Club will be leading daily birding trips through Mount Auburn Cemetery, an oasis for migrating birds, this spring from Wednesday April 17th through Sunday May 26th

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Upcoming Field Trips

  • Cape Ann

    Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States

    We will search for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If inclement weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.

  • Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway

    Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, Milton, MA, United States

    Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s for a leisurely bird walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path! Starting at the Milton boat launch to check for nearby birds, we will walk approximately a mile or so towards Dorchester and back along the bike path in search for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and gulls. Whether you’re

  • Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

    Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United States

    A two-hour walk, about 1.5 miles, over easy to moderate gravel roads and trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Restrooms are available. In case of inclement weather check with the leader night before trip.

  • Castle Island & Pleasure Bay

    South Boston - Castle Island Parking Lot, 2080 Day Blvd. 2080 Day Blvd., Boston, MA, United States

    Join us to observe resident birds and winter migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. Dress warmly and be prepared for snow/ice, cold, and wind. Expect to walk approximately 2 miles on paved/level paths. Boots & Yak Traks or similar antiskid footwear recommended

  • Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop

    Winthrop - Deer Island Parking Lot 180 Tafts Ave., Winthrop, MA, United States

    We will search for wintering seabirds, alcids, and Iceland Gulls. Be prepared for cold and wind and dress very warmly. Depending on conditions, we will walk up to 2.6 miles on paved paths. Port-a-potties available midway. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Bad weather or poor walking conditions may cancel - email trip leader if you are

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