Delaney WMA (Middlesex Co.), Middlesex, Massachusetts, US
Sep 21, 2025 7:03 AM – 11:04 AM
Protocol: Traveling
2.436 mile(s)
52 species
Trumpeter Swan 1 Continuing at far north end of pond.
Wood Duck 29
American Black Duck 1
Green-winged Teal 4
Killdeer 11
Double-crested Cormorant 3
Great Blue Heron 1
Turkey Vulture 1
Cooper’s Hawk 2
Red-shouldered Hawk 3 Two in view together. One heard earlier in distant area.
Red-tailed Hawk 2
Great Horned Owl 1
Belted Kingfisher 1
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 1
Red-bellied Woodpecker 5
Downy Woodpecker 6
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Pileated Woodpecker 1
Northern Flicker 4
Peregrine Falcon 1
Eastern Phoebe 3
Blue-headed Vireo 1
Red-eyed Vireo 1
Blue Jay 44
American Crow 7
Common Raven 1
Black-capped Chickadee 42
Tufted Titmouse 11
White-breasted Nuthatch 10
Red-breasted Nuthatch 1
Brown Creeper 1
Carolina Wren 6 Careful count. Dispersed across wide area.
Gray Catbird 18
Northern Mockingbird 1
Eastern Bluebird 7
Veery 1 Fairly bright reddish brown across mantle. Clear chest and belly with pale reddish brown wash across upper portion and throat. Limited blurry spots.
American Robin 13
Cedar Waxwing 12
House Finch 6
Pine Siskin 4
American Goldfinch 9
Chipping Sparrow 3
White-throated Sparrow 14
Song Sparrow 9
Swamp Sparrow 2
Common Grackle 6
Black-and-white Warbler 2
Common Yellowthroat 7
American Redstart 2
Pine Warbler 5
Yellow-rumped Warbler 1 Boat ramp
Northern Cardinal 7
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S286862422
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CANCELED Midweek Hunt for Alcids and Seabirds CANCELED
Canceling due to the difficulties presented by the snow everywhere.
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The Quiet Beauty of birding – Winthrop Shore Reservation
Offered by DCR. Come join us for an up-close look at sea ducks and gulls in action! Observe, share your insights, ask questions, and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. For adults & children 8+. Children must be with an adult. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation 617-645-0358 | Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov
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The Quiet Beauty of birding – Lynn Shore & Nahant Beach Reservation
Offered by DCR. Come join us for an up-close look at sea ducks and gulls in action! Observe, share your insights, ask questions, and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. For adults & children 8+. Children must be with an adult. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation 617-645-0358 | Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov
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Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, waterfowl, and other birds. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult chaperone. Binoculars recommended. ADA/Reasonable Accommodations
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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