Lynnfield Marsh–Partridge Island Trail, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 6, 2026 6:01 PM – 7:42 PM
Protocol: Traveling
0.317 mile(s)
Checklist Comments: BBC LYNNFIELD MARSH TRIP Leader: Melissa Sovay
A chilly evening at the Lynnfield Marsh / Reedy Meadows along the Partridge island trail, Peepers. Happy to have several folks join in and brave the elements on this yearly walk.
15 species
Canada Goose 3
Wood Duck 8
Mallard 10
Mourning Dove 3
Virginia Rail 4
Black-capped Chickadee 1
Tufted Titmouse 1
Tree Swallow 2
European Starling 4
American Robin 55
Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica) 1
Swamp Sparrow 8
Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged) 35
Rusty Blackbird 1
Common Grackle (Bronzed) 26
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S318435524
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