River Rd., West Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, US
02-Mar-2024 09:38 – 10:30
Protocol: Traveling
0.812 mile(s)
Checklist Comments: Brookline Bird Club bird walk led by Shilo McDonald. 40 ºF.
26 species
Canada Goose 2
Mallard 2
American Black Duck 2 Male and Female.
Common Goldeneye 50 Conservative estimate. Observed courtship display.
Barrow’s Goldeneye 1 Adult male.
Common Merganser 2 Male & female. Nice scope views. Thanks Dave.
Mourning Dove 1
Herring Gull 7
Red-shouldered Hawk 1 Flying by. Long tail. Square-tipped wings. Translucent crescents in the outer wing. Distant photos attached.
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Downy Woodpecker 1
Pileated Woodpecker 2 Male and female. Seen and heard.
Blue Jay 1
American Crow 2
Tufted Titmouse 1
White-breasted Nuthatch 1
Carolina Wren 1
European Starling 4
Eastern Bluebird 1
American Robin 1
House Finch 2 Vocalizing.
American Goldfinch 2
Song Sparrow 2
Red-winged Blackbird 3
Common Grackle 2
Northern Cardinal 1 Singing.
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S163631432
Cherry Hill Reservoir, Essex, Massachusetts, US
02-Mar-2024 10:44 – 12:16
Protocol: Traveling
2.024 mile(s)
Checklist Comments: Brookline Bird Club bird walk led by Shilo McDonald. Checked the paddocks area. Plus walked the main path out to the field and back. And on the drive away… A Fisher Cat crossed the road right in front of us! Overcast 45 ºF.
29 species
Canada Goose 16 Flying by in v-formation.
Mallard 5 A pair was seen together in the small pond.
Ring-necked Duck 6
Greater Scaup 1 Rounded head. Peaks towards the front.
Lesser Scaup 10 Pointed head. Peaks towards the back.
Bufflehead 30 Estimate.
Common Merganser 50 Estimate.
Ruddy Duck 25 Estimate.
Mourning Dove 1
Herring Gull 3 Flying by.
Bald Eagle 1 Adult. Flying by.
Red-tailed Hawk 1 Flap, flap gliding by.
Red-bellied Woodpecker 1
Downy Woodpecker 1
Blue Jay 2
American Crow 2
White-breasted Nuthatch 1
Carolina Wren 1 Singing.
European Starling 8
Northern Mockingbird 1
Eastern Bluebird 1 Heard only. Calling.
House Sparrow 5 Across the street from the entrance.
American Goldfinch 2
White-throated Sparrow 3
Song Sparrow 4
Eastern Meadowlark 1 Spotted by Shakil. Seen perched atop a paddock post. Possible left foot injury. Frostbite, perhaps? In all likelihood this is the very same bird photographed by Shilo in this same spot back on January 18th. Photos attached.
Red-winged Blackbird 20 Estimate.
Common Grackle 10 Estimate.
Northern Cardinal 1 Singing.
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S163631429
Spencer Peirce Little Farm, Essex, Massachusetts, US
02-Mar-2024 12:45 – 14:15
Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
Checklist Comments: Brookline Bird Club walk led by Shilo McDonald. Just as we were finishing up, the rain started. Good timing. 45 ºF
24 species
Canada Goose 50 Estimate.
Mallard 2
Mourning Dove 1
Killdeer 1 Heard only. “Kill, kill… kill, kill deer!”
Herring Gull 5 Flying by.
Bald Eagle 2 Both sub-adults.
Eastern Screech-Owl 0 Looked for, but did not see an Eastern Screech-Owl. Marking as quantity zero with this notation.
Red-bellied Woodpecker 1
Downy Woodpecker 1
Northern Flicker 1 Seen and heard. An odd kyeer call. Sounded a little off.
Blue Jay 2
American Crow 2
Horned Lark 40 Conservative estimate. Foraging on the ground of the farm field closest to Plum Island Airport.
White-breasted Nuthatch 2
Carolina Wren 1 Singing.
American Robin 1
House Sparrow 3
House Finch 2
American Goldfinch 2
Dark-eyed Junco 1 Heard only. Singing.
White-throated Sparrow 4
Song Sparrow 3
Red-winged Blackbird 20 Estimate.
Common Grackle 20 Estimate.
Northern Cardinal 1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S163631427
Brookline Bird Club “Extreme Pelagic” Trip Report
This year marked the 20th anniversary of when Nick Samson and Eddie Giles organized the first Brookline Bird Club trip to the offshore shelf edge on a 24 hour Captain John "slowboat" marathon trip
Ida Giriunas Memorial Garden
It's hard to believe that Ida Giriunas, well known Massachusetts birder and long-time director of the Brookline Bird Club (BBC), passed away two years ago on August 20. We wanted to update friends and
2021-2022 FEDERAL DUCK STAMPS ON SALE NOW!
The BBC is again selling the Federal Migratory Bird Conservation and Hunting Stamp. We are doing this in support of the National Wildlife Refuge System and to support conservation of federal lands. Ninety-eight cents of
BBC Donation to Wildlands Trust
The BBC, through our Conservation and Education Committee, is pleased to donate $250 to Wildlands Trust, a regional land trust working to conserve native habitats and lands of high ecological value in Southeastern Massachusetts. As
Reporting State-listed Species
Every BBC member, and every birder in our state, can make a direct contribution to bird conservation by reporting observations of state-listed species through the Heritage Hub reporting system, part of the state's Natural Heritage
Black Birders’ Week 2021
May 30-June 5 Organized by The BlackAFInSTEM Collective – a collective that “seeks to support, uplift, and amplify Black Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics professionals in natural resources and the environment through professional development, career
Brookline Bird Club “Extreme Pelagic” Trip Report
This year marked the 20th anniversary of when Nick Samson and Eddie Giles organized the first Brookline Bird Club trip to the offshore shelf edge on a 24 hour Captain John "slowboat" marathon trip
Ida Giriunas Memorial Garden
It's hard to believe that Ida Giriunas, well known Massachusetts birder and long-time director of the Brookline Bird Club (BBC), passed away two years ago on August 20. We wanted to update friends and
2021-2022 FEDERAL DUCK STAMPS ON SALE NOW!
The BBC is again selling the Federal Migratory Bird Conservation and Hunting Stamp. We are doing this in support of the National Wildlife Refuge System and to support conservation of federal lands. Ninety-eight cents of
BBC Donation to Wildlands Trust
The BBC, through our Conservation and Education Committee, is pleased to donate $250 to Wildlands Trust, a regional land trust working to conserve native habitats and lands of high ecological value in Southeastern Massachusetts. As
Reporting State-listed Species
Every BBC member, and every birder in our state, can make a direct contribution to bird conservation by reporting observations of state-listed species through the Heritage Hub reporting system, part of the state's Natural Heritage
Black Birders’ Week 2021
May 30-June 5 Organized by The BlackAFInSTEM Collective – a collective that “seeks to support, uplift, and amplify Black Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics professionals in natural resources and the environment through professional development, career
Brookline Bird Club “Extreme Pelagic” Trip Report
This year marked the 20th anniversary of when Nick Samson and Eddie Giles organized the first Brookline Bird Club trip to the offshore shelf edge on a 24 hour Captain John "slowboat" marathon trip
Ida Giriunas Memorial Garden
It's hard to believe that Ida Giriunas, well known Massachusetts birder and long-time director of the Brookline Bird Club (BBC), passed away two years ago on August 20. We wanted to update friends and
2021-2022 FEDERAL DUCK STAMPS ON SALE NOW!
The BBC is again selling the Federal Migratory Bird Conservation and Hunting Stamp. We are doing this in support of the National Wildlife Refuge System and to support conservation of federal lands. Ninety-eight cents of
BBC Donation to Wildlands Trust
The BBC, through our Conservation and Education Committee, is pleased to donate $250 to Wildlands Trust, a regional land trust working to conserve native habitats and lands of high ecological value in Southeastern Massachusetts. As
Reporting State-listed Species
Every BBC member, and every birder in our state, can make a direct contribution to bird conservation by reporting observations of state-listed species through the Heritage Hub reporting system, part of the state's Natural Heritage
Black Birders’ Week 2021
May 30-June 5 Organized by The BlackAFInSTEM Collective – a collective that “seeks to support, uplift, and amplify Black Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics professionals in natural resources and the environment through professional development, career
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RESCHEDULED: Newburyport and Vicinity
The winter is often a good time for hawks, owls and waterfowl. We may visit Salisbury Beach, Parker River, areas along the Merrimac River, or other locations depending on recent sightings. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit Parker River
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CANCELLED Charles River Waltham
Sorry, cancelled. Walking conditions on the riverside paths are not good enough for this walk to occur.
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop side)
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. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk. The trails are (generally) flat and easy to walk. Dress well for the conditions including the wind. If there is
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Bird School: A Beginner in the Wood – A Conversation with Author Adam Nicolson Live from Sussex with Science Journalist Cara Giaimo
On Sunday March 1 at 3PM the Brookline Bird Club is joining with the Boston Birding Festival and Massachusetts Association of Bird Clubs to sponsor a conversation with writer Adam Nicolson, the author of Bird School: A Beginner in the Woods. This webinar is open to all. To learn the birds, the writer Adam Nicolson
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Midweek Hunt for Alcids and Seabirds
Join us for a midweek hunt for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If bad weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.