Coastal birding habitat

Brewster Wing Island

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Brewster Wing Island is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Brickyard Pond1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/16/2026Pogorelc Sanctuary1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/15/2026Monomy HS, Harwich1 observed

Northern House Wren (Northern)

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Cold Brook Preserve1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Cold Brook Preserve1 observed

Ring-necked Duck x scaup sp. (hybrid)

Aythya collaris x marila/affinis

4/12/2026Bell's Neck Conservation Area (HCT)1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

4/10/2026Home - Lower Mill Pond, Brewster1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/10/2026Cold Brook Preserve1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/7/2026Thompson's Field--North of Cape Cod Rail Trail1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/6/2026D&F Clapp's House, Brewster US-MA 41.73730, -70.088561 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/6/2026Brackett Rd area, Eastham1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-capped Chickadee

24/15/2026

Winter Wren

14/15/2026

American Goldfinch

54/15/2026

Song Sparrow

74/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/15/2026

Brant

164/15/2026

Canada Goose

44/15/2026

American Black Duck

24/15/2026

Mourning Dove

64/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/15/2026

American Herring Gull

84/15/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

204/15/2026

Common Loon

14/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/15/2026

Osprey

44/15/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

14/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Brewster Wing Island for birding?
The best months to visit Brewster Wing Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Brewster Wing Island?
Notable species at Brewster Wing Island include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brewster Wing Island?
Birding at Brewster Wing Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Brewster Wing Island?
Brewster Wing Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.