Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery

Connecticut · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Wood Duck Mallard American Black Duck Ring-necked Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

6/16/2026George Washington Management Area--Campground1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

6/16/2026Sprague Farm Town Forest (Glocester Land Trust)1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

6/14/2026414 Woodland Road, Mansfield, Connecticut, US (41.828, -72.21)1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

6/14/2026Plain Woods Rd., Foster1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/14/2026Arcadia Management Area--Midway Trail2 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/12/2026Pachaug State Forest Trail, Voluntown US-CT 41.63996, -71.815641 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/5/2026Arcadia Management Area--Browning Mill Pond Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

46/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

36/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/17/2026

Northern Flicker

56/17/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/17/2026

Eastern Phoebe

26/17/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

16/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

36/17/2026

Blue Jay

56/17/2026

American Crow

46/17/2026

Fish Crow

16/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

66/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

46/17/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

36/17/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

16/17/2026

Northern House Wren

36/17/2026

Gray Catbird

66/17/2026

Veery

56/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery for birding?▼

The best months to visit Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery?▼

Notable species at Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, American Black Duck, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery?▼

Birding at Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery?▼

Plainfield - Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.