Forest birding habitat

Minot and The Glades

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Minot and The Glades is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 254 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Eider, Harlequin Duck, and Surf Scoter 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

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/17/2026Wompatuck SP (Plymouth Co.)1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/16/2026Castle Island and Pleasure Bay1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

4/16/2026Bouve Conservation Area, Hingham1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/16/2026Belle Isle Marsh Reservation1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/16/2026Burrage Pond WMA1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

4/16/2026Forest Hills Cemetery1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/15/202675 State St, Boston, Massachusetts, US (42.287, -71.096)1 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

4/15/2026Musquashicut Pond1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/15/2026Turner's Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

254/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

64/15/2026

Common Eider

14/15/2026

Harlequin Duck

44/15/2026

Surf Scoter

44/15/2026

Black Scoter

14/15/2026

Bufflehead

24/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

84/15/2026

Rock Pigeon

24/15/2026

Mourning Dove

24/15/2026

Killdeer

34/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

204/15/2026

American Herring Gull

304/15/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

34/15/2026

Horned Grebe

34/15/2026

Common Loon

14/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

754/15/2026

Great Egret

104/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/15/2026

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 Minot and The Glades for birding?
The best months to visit Minot and The Glades for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Minot and The Glades?
Notable species at Minot and The Glades include Common Eider, Harlequin Duck, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Minot and The Glades?
Birding at Minot and The Glades is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Minot and The Glades?
Minot and The Glades offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.