Forest birding habitat

Heard Farm Conservation Area

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Heard Farm Conservation Area is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/18/2026Amelia Earhart Dam2 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

7/18/2026Franklin Park1 observed

Razorbill

Alca torda

7/18/2026Castle Island and Pleasure Bay1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/18/2026Raymond Reservation6 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/18/2026Ell Pond, Melrose1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

7/18/2026Norwood Memorial Airport2 observed

Clapper Rail (Atlantic Coast)

Rallus crepitans

7/18/2026Squantum Marshes1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

7/17/202630 Talbot Avenue, Billerica, Massachusetts, US (42.588, -71.286)1 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

7/15/2026Charles River Esplanade1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

7/15/2026Great Meadows NWR--Concord Unit1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/15/2026North Street, Norfolk, Massachusetts, US1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/16/2026

Killdeer

17/16/2026

Northern Flicker

27/16/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/16/2026

Blue Jay

17/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/16/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

17/16/2026

Marsh Wren

17/16/2026

Carolina Wren

17/16/2026

Gray Catbird

77/16/2026

Eastern Bluebird

27/16/2026

American Robin

57/16/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/16/2026

American Goldfinch

107/16/2026

Song Sparrow

237/16/2026

Swamp Sparrow

17/16/2026

Bobolink

47/16/2026

Common Grackle

17/16/2026

Common Yellowthroat

77/16/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

27/16/2026

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 Heard Farm Conservation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Heard Farm Conservation Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Heard Farm Conservation Area?
Notable species at Heard Farm Conservation Area include Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Heard Farm Conservation Area?
Birding at Heard Farm Conservation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Heard Farm Conservation Area?
Heard Farm Conservation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.