Cold Spring Park, Newton, Middlesex, Massachusetts, US
May 12, 2021 6:07 AM – 9:00 AM
Protocol: Traveling
3.91 mile(s)
52 species (+1 other taxa)
Canada Goose  2
Mallard  8
Mourning Dove  4
Chimney Swift  6
Ruby-throated Hummingbird  1    Flyover in the am before others arrived
Green Heron  1    Along beaconwood street
Cooper’s Hawk  1    Flyover aqueduct
Red-tailed Hawk  2
Great Horned Owl  3
Red-bellied Woodpecker  4
Downy Woodpecker  2
Hairy Woodpecker  1
Northern Flicker  2
Eastern Phoebe  1
Eastern Kingbird  2
Warbling Vireo  2
Blue Jay  6
American Crow  2
Fish Crow  1    Calling
Black-capped Chickadee  7
Tufted Titmouse  2
White-breasted Nuthatch  1
House Wren  2
Carolina Wren  2
European Starling  9
Gray Catbird  6
American Robin  11
Cedar Waxwing  5
House Sparrow  2
House Finch  6
American Goldfinch  5
Chipping Sparrow  4
Savannah Sparrow  5
Song Sparrow  2
Baltimore Oriole  8    All over
Red-winged Blackbird  7
Brown-headed Cowbird  4
Common Grackle  6
Ovenbird  3
Black-and-white Warbler  6
Nashville Warbler  1    Baseball
Common Yellowthroat  2
Northern Parula  5
Magnolia Warbler  2    Three bridges doing a weird partial song and baseball
Yellow Warbler  3
Black-throated Blue Warbler  1    Singing in the cemetery at parking lot
Pine Warbler  3
Yellow-rumped Warbler  16
Black-throated Green Warbler  2    Baseball
warbler sp. (Parulidae sp.)  1    One weird choppy song at baseball, maybe tewa?
Northern Cardinal  4
Rose-breasted Grosbeak  1
Indigo Bunting  2
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S88663875

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Upcoming Field Trips

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    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

    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

    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

    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 leaders if you are

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