Dunback Meadow, Middlesex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 1, 2019 8:00 AM – 12:09 PM
Canada Goose  62
Mourning Dove  22
Red-tailed Hawk  4
Red-bellied Woodpecker  4
Downy Woodpecker  12
Hairy Woodpecker  1
Northern Flicker  7    Careful count including group of three at bridge.
Blue Jay  26
American Crow  3
Black-capped Chickadee  17
Tufted Titmouse  3
Golden-crowned Kinglet  1
White-breasted Nuthatch  8
Winter Wren  1
Carolina Wren  11    Careful count. 5 seen or heard around 4 way intersection and on a number of other distinct locations. Previously noted this was a good year for the species at Dunback.
Gray Catbird  1    All gray body. Dark cap. Near Bowman School.
Hermit Thrush  2
American Robin  15
Cedar Waxwing  14
House Sparrow  10
House Finch  2
American Goldfinch  13
Dark-eyed Junco  9
White-throated Sparrow  25
Song Sparrow  18
Swamp Sparrow  5
Red-winged Blackbird  21    Group of 17 flew over at 8AM by Allen Street. Another group of 4 later by fields.
Yellow-rumped Warbler  1
Northern Cardinal  13
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S63019413

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Bring Back Bobolinks! This year the BBC is introducing new Endangered Species Program. Each year we plan to focus on a single bird species facing serious threats in Massachusetts and elsewhere. With this effort we

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Upcoming Field Trips

  • Shorebirds at Winthrop Beach with Soheil Zendeh

    Winthrop - DCR Winthrop Beach Reservation - Sturgis St 59 Winthrop Shore Drive, Winthrop, MA, United States

    We are happy to offer this shorebirding field trip at Winthrop Beach led by Soheil Zendeh. Shorebirding beginners welcome. We meet at the corner of Winthrop Shore Drive and Sturgis St in Winthrop. A scope will probably be useful if you have one. Definitely bring binoculars. Meeting at 9 am, timed with the tide. Soheil

  • Essex River Marsh Cruise

    Essex - Essex River Marsh Cruise 35 Dodge St, Essex, MA, United States

    This narrated cruise is scenic, relaxing, and educational. Join us for a cruise along the Essex River as we glide past islands, historic mansions, wildlife, and stunning scenery. The marsh itself is part of the Essex River estuary, which serves as the feeding ground for many species of beautiful birds and abundant wildlife. Group discount

  • An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh

    East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United States

    Join DCR park staff for a relaxed, one-mile bird walk through flat, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for large groups of herons and egrets, and shorebird rarities. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or

  • Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

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

    Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR.

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