Halibut Point SP, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Oct 21, 2018 8:00 AM – 10:10 AM
Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
Comments: BBC – Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, Morning – Leader: Peter Van Demark – overcast, 50, light showers, very gusty
17 species (+1 other taxa)
Mallard 9 Drake with four females on quarry
Common Eider 1
White-winged Scoter (North American) 3
Ring-necked Pheasant 2 Along path around quarry, near path to Bayview Trail
Herring Gull 14
Great Black-backed Gull 5
Northern Gannet 31 Coasting south
Double-crested Cormorant 291 Most in groups heading south, one fishing in quarry that managed to catch and swallow an eel (after a long fight and many dives to recatch it)
hawk sp. 1 Chased juncos into hiding
Blue Jay 2
American Crow 3 Heard only
Black-capped Chickadee 7
Tufted Titmouse 2
Red-breasted Nuthatch 1
Brown Creeper 1
Dark-eyed Junco 5
Song Sparrow 1
Northern Cardinal 2
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S49404825
News Categories
Upcoming Field Trips
Squantum – Quincy
Quincy - Squantum - Moswetuset Hummock Quincy, MA, United StatesWe'll check the marshes and the mudflats in Squantum for shorebirds, starting at Moswetuset Hummock and visiting other spots nearby. At high tide (~6:15 am), we'll try checking the high tide roosts for shorebirds as well. Be prepared for the possibility of biting insects. Cosponsored with South Shore Bird Club.
An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesJoin 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 [...]
Muddy River and Halls Pond
Boston - 401 Park Dr - REI Entrance 401 Park Drive, Boston, MA, United StatesA great walk of the Muddy River and Halls Pond, perfect for beginners or casual birders in the city! A loop going down the section of the Muddy River by Longwood, to the delightful birding Oasis of Halls Pond boardwalk, and then back along the Muddy River to the meeting spot. Meet at 401 Park Drive [...]
Early Birders @ Charles River Esplanade
Boston - Charles River Esplanade (Frances Appleton Bridge Meeting Point) MA, United StatesJoin fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit the Charles River Esplanade for an evening bird walk! Located in the heart of Boston, the Esplanade is a 64-acre park along the south side of the Charles River. While serving as one of Boston’s staple common areas, it is also a good spot to observe [...]
Millennium Park
Boston - Millennium Park Canoe Launch 300 Gardner Street, Boston, MA, United StatesJoin us to look for birds in a unique urban habitat that often draws numerous uncommon and rare birds.Target birds include bluebirds, bobolinks, egrets, flycatchers & kingbirds, grosbeaks, hawks, herons, kingfishers, orioles, owls, rails, ravens & crows, sandpipers, swallows & swifts, vultures, warblers, and woodpeckers. Birders of all levels will enjoy this trip. The trails [...]