Forest birding habitat

Appleton Farms

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Appleton Farms is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Mockingbird, and American Goldfinch among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Spotted Towhee

Pipilo maculatus

4/17/202660 Montclair Rd, Haverhill US-MA (42.8011,-71.0981)1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Parker River NWR--Maintenance Area1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/17/2026Argilla-Northgate-Essex Rd. Fields Complex1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/16/202627 Mount Vernon Cir, Lawrence US-MA (42.6806,-71.1804)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

4/16/2026Martins Pond1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/16/2026Babbitt's yard1 observed

Gadwall x Mallard (hybrid)

Mareca strepera x Anas platyrhynchos

4/16/2026Greenlawn Cemetery1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/16/2026Bald Hill Conservation Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

164/16/2026

Mallard

24/16/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/16/2026

Northern Flicker

14/16/2026

American Crow

14/16/2026

European Starling

104/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/16/2026

American Robin

74/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

224/16/2026

Killdeer

14/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/15/2026

American Black Duck

24/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/11/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/11/2026

American Goldfinch

44/11/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/11/2026

Pine Warbler

24/11/2026

Common Goldeneye

14/11/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Appleton Farms for birding?
The best months to visit Appleton Farms for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Appleton Farms?
Notable species at Appleton Farms include Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Mockingbird, American Goldfinch, Northern Cardinal, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Appleton Farms?
Birding at Appleton Farms is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Appleton Farms?
Appleton Farms offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.