Grassland birding habitat

Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Cooper's Hawk, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/16/2026Pogorelc Sanctuary1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/16/2026Ryder Conservation Area2 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

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/10/2026380 Ashers Path E, Mashpee US-MA 41.62875, -70.477132 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

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

4/7/2026Massachusetts Military Reservation1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue Jay

14/16/2026

American Crow

14/16/2026

Fish Crow

14/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/16/2026

Song Sparrow

14/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/16/2026

Common Grackle

14/16/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

84/16/2026

Purple Martin

24/16/2026

American Robin

24/16/2026

American Goldfinch

54/16/2026

Canada Goose

14/15/2026

American Black Duck

24/15/2026

Common Eider

24/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

24/15/2026

Great Egret

24/15/2026

Northern Flicker

24/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) for birding?
The best months to visit Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
Notable species at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) include Turkey Vulture, Cooper's Hawk, Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Mockingbird, House Finch. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
Birding at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.