Westborough WMA, Worcester, Massachusetts, US
Apr 25, 2022 6:00 AM – 8:19 AM
Protocol: Traveling
2.816 mile(s)
Checklist Comments:    Brookline Bird Club Walk – Leader Nickilas Paulson – Westboro WMA. 3 participants. Cool start, no wind, warming as we walked, slightly humid. Fields were recently plowed.
37 species (+1 other taxa)
Canada Goose  5
Mute Swan  6
Wood Duck  2
Mallard  5
Greater Scaup  1    M
Mourning Dove  5
Killdeer  1
Red-bellied Woodpecker  5
Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)  3
Blue Jay  22
American Crow  4
Black-capped Chickadee  14
Tufted Titmouse  6
Northern Rough-winged Swallow  2
Purple Martin  1    Flyover calling, heading NE. First heard calling, then seen from below flying above the trees, female or first spring male, different shape than swallows, browner below, darkest at neck and breast, lightest around stomach, darker undertail coverts.
swallow sp.  5
Ruby-crowned Kinglet  1
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher (caerulea)  2
European Starling  3
Northern Mockingbird  2
Hermit Thrush (faxoni/crymophilus)  1
American Robin  60
American Goldfinch  11
Chipping Sparrow  2
White-throated Sparrow  15
Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)  12
Swamp Sparrow  4
Eastern Towhee  8
Baltimore Oriole  1
Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)  25
Brown-headed Cowbird  12
Rusty Blackbird  1
Common Grackle (Bronzed)  30
Black-and-white Warbler  1
Yellow Warbler (Northern)  2
Palm Warbler (Yellow)  10
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)  25
Northern Cardinal  8
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S108074538

BBC daily field trips to Mount Auburn are back!

It’s that time of year again! The Brookline Bird Club will be leading daily birding trips through Mount Auburn Cemetery, an oasis for migrating birds, this spring from Wednesday April 17th through Sunday May 26th

BBC daily field trips to Mount Auburn are back!

It’s that time of year again! The Brookline Bird Club will be leading daily birding trips through Mount Auburn Cemetery, an oasis for migrating birds, this spring from Wednesday April 17th through Sunday May 26th

BBC daily field trips to Mount Auburn are back!

It’s that time of year again! The Brookline Bird Club will be leading daily birding trips through Mount Auburn Cemetery, an oasis for migrating birds, this spring from Wednesday April 17th through Sunday May 26th

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Upcoming Field Trips

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  • Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway

    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

    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

    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

  • 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

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