Longmeadow Flats

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Longmeadow Flats is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Downy 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026Lower Butcher Rd fields and ponds2 observed

Sandhill Crane (Greater)

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026Lower Butcher Rd fields and ponds2 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Riverfront Conservation Area1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

3/5/2026Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)5 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/5/2026home2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/4/2026Riverfront Conservation Area1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/4/2026Windsor Locks Canal State Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

American Crow

43/3/2026

American Robin

43/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/3/2026

Fish Crow

12/28/2026

Mallard

642/28/2026

American Black Duck

162/28/2026

Rock Pigeon

62/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/28/2026

American Tree Sparrow

12/28/2026

White-throated Sparrow

22/28/2026

Song Sparrow

32/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/28/2026

Mourning Dove

22/22/2026

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