Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Great Horned Owl, Canada Goose, and Snow Bunting among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Horned Owl Canada Goose Snow Bunting Red-winged Blackbird

Live Bird Data

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

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

American Kestrel

14/17/2026

Canada Goose

264/16/2026

Wild Turkey

54/16/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Killdeer

14/16/2026

American Herring Gull

14/16/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Blue Jay

14/16/2026

American Crow

24/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/16/2026

Carolina Wren

14/16/2026

American Robin

64/16/2026

House Finch

24/16/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/16/2026

Song Sparrow

24/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

54/16/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

34/16/2026

Common Grackle

84/16/2026

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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Massachusetts Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Massachusetts →

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex for birding?▼

The best months to visit Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex?▼

Notable species at Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex include Great Horned Owl, Canada Goose, Snow Bunting, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex?▼

Birding at Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex?▼

Argilla-Northgate-Essex Road Fields Complex offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.