Parker River NWR, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Jun 14, 2022 7:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Protocol: Traveling
3.5 mile(s)
Checklist Comments:    Sunny, light wind, low tide at 6:30am.  Led BBC walk.
49 species (+1 other taxa)
Canada Goose  26
Mute Swan  3
Gadwall  3
Mallard  1
Green-winged Teal  4
Wild Turkey  1
Mourning Dove  4
Virginia Rail  1    Heard
Piping Plover  3
Killdeer  4
peep sp.  10
Willet  11
Herring Gull  9
Iceland Gull  1    Continuing white-winged gull with pink legs seen on beach south from parking lot one platform.
Great Black-backed Gull  2
Least Tern  5
Double-crested Cormorant  5
Least Bittern  2    At least two, maybe more.  One teed up atop of some reeds for great views.
Great Blue Heron  1
Great Egret  9
Snowy Egret  1
Osprey  4
Northern Harrier  1
Willow Flycatcher  2
Eastern Kingbird  5
Purple Martin  9
Tree Swallow  3
Barn Swallow  7
Marsh Wren  3
European Starling  2
Gray Catbird  4
Northern Mockingbird  3
American Robin  2
Cedar Waxwing  12
Purple Finch  1
American Goldfinch  3
Saltmarsh Sparrow  3
Savannah Sparrow  1
Song Sparrow  5
Eastern Towhee  4
Bobolink  6
Orchard Oriole  1
Baltimore Oriole  3
Red-winged Blackbird  5
Brown-headed Cowbird  1
Common Grackle  2
Common Yellowthroat  3
Yellow Warbler  5
Pine Warbler  1
Northern Cardinal  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S113779116

News Categories

Upcoming Field Trips

  • Revere Beach Pop-up trip for Gulls (Gullapalooza)

    Revere Beach State Police Barracks and Public Restrooms 220 Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA, United States

    We are adding a trip to Revere Beach where a lot of gulls are present due to winter storms throwing up or exposing clams on the beach for them to eat. Large number of gulls including possibly rare gulls are there. We'll do our best to sort through the gulls for rare ones and to

  • Cape Ann

    Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States

    We will search for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If inclement weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.

  • Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway

    Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, Milton, MA, United States

    Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s for a leisurely bird walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path! Starting at the Milton boat launch to check for nearby birds, we will walk approximately a mile or so towards Dorchester and back along the bike path in search for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and gulls. Whether you’re

  • Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

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

    A two-hour walk, about 1.5 miles, over easy to moderate gravel roads and trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Restrooms are available. In case of inclement weather check with the leader night before trip.

  • Castle Island & Pleasure Bay

    South Boston - Castle Island Parking Lot, 2080 Day Blvd. 2080 Day Blvd., Boston, MA, United States

    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. Dress warmly and be prepared for snow/ice, cold, and wind. Expect to walk approximately 2 miles on paved/level paths. Boots & Yak Traks or similar antiskid footwear recommended

Go to Top