Parker River NWR, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Sep 14, 2025 8:21 AM – 11:02 AM
Protocol: Traveling
2.995 mile(s)
42 species
Canada Goose 11
Mallard 6
American Black Duck 2
Green-winged Teal 2
American Golden-Plover 1 Heard only
Semipalmated Plover 4
Lesser Yellowlegs 4
Greater Yellowlegs 5
Least Sandpiper 1
Ring-billed Gull 1
American Herring Gull 9
Pied-billed Grebe 1
Double-crested Cormorant 25
Tricolored Heron 1 NPO
Snowy Egret 1
Great Egret 2
Great Blue Heron 1
Osprey 1
Northern Harrier 1
Merlin 1
Least Flycatcher 1
Blue Jay 11
Black-capped Chickadee 4
Tree Swallow 46
Barn Swallow 12
Carolina Wren 1
European Starling 135
Gray Catbird 11
Brown Thrasher 1 Seen by two in the group
American Robin 12
Cedar Waxwing 9
Purple Finch 1 Heard only
Clay-colored Sparrow 1
Song Sparrow 6
Eastern Towhee 5
Red-winged Blackbird 2
Brown-headed Cowbird 1
Northern Parula 1
Yellow Warbler 1
Blackpoll Warbler 1
Yellow-rumped Warbler 1
Wilson’s Warbler 1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S273421686
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Upcoming Field Trips
Field Trips / Events
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CANCELED Midweek Hunt for Alcids and Seabirds CANCELED
Canceling due to the difficulties presented by the snow everywhere.
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The Quiet Beauty of birding – Winthrop Shore Reservation
Offered by DCR. Come join us for an up-close look at sea ducks and gulls in action! Observe, share your insights, ask questions, and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. For adults & children 8+. Children must be with an adult. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation 617-645-0358 | Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov
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The Quiet Beauty of birding – Lynn Shore & Nahant Beach Reservation
Offered by DCR. Come join us for an up-close look at sea ducks and gulls in action! Observe, share your insights, ask questions, and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. For adults & children 8+. Children must be with an adult. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation 617-645-0358 | Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov
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Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, waterfowl, and other birds. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult chaperone. Binoculars recommended. ADA/Reasonable Accommodations
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Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop
We will search for wintering seabirds, alcids, and Iceland Gulls. Be prepared for cold and wind and dress very warmly. Depending on conditions, we will walk up to 2.6 miles on paved paths. Port-a-potties available midway. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Bad weather or poor walking conditions may cancel - email trip leaders if you are






