Forest birding habitat

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, and Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 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

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/17/2026Honey Pot, Hadley2 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

7/17/2026Smith College2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/17/2026Leverett Crafts and Arts1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/15/202690 Williamsburg Rd, Worthington US-MA 42.41417, -72.930052 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/15/2026Longmeadow Sandbar1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/12/2026Keefe Ave1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

7/12/2026Lithia Springs Road, South Hadley US-MA 42.28670, -72.563602 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/12/2026Atkins Reservoir1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

17/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/16/2026

Bald Eagle

17/16/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Northern Flicker

27/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/16/2026

Blue Jay

27/16/2026

American Crow

37/16/2026

Common Raven

17/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/16/2026

European Starling

177/16/2026

Gray Catbird

27/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

37/16/2026

American Robin

127/16/2026

House Sparrow

37/16/2026

American Goldfinch

57/16/2026

Song Sparrow

57/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

77/16/2026

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 Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) for birding?
The best months to visit Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)?
Notable species at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) include Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)?
Birding at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)?
Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.