Wetland birding habitat

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This wetland 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

American Coot

Fulica americana

7/15/2026Polpis Greater Area1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/14/2026Parker's River Landing, Yarmouth2 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/14/2026Bell's Neck Conservation Area (HCT)1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/14/2026Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge4 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

7/14/2026Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/13/2026348 Polpis Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts, US (41.292, -69.988)Caines Pond2 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/13/2026Monomoy NWR--Morris Island1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

7/12/2026348 Polpis Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts, US (41.292, -69.988)Caines Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

257/11/2026

American Herring Gull

47/11/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

27/11/2026

Common Tern

307/11/2026

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

17/11/2026

Great Shearwater

27/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End for birding?
The best months to visit Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End?
Notable species at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End?
Birding at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End?
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - South End offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.