Forest birding habitat

Nine Acre Corner, Concord

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Nine Acre Corner, Concord is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

6/2/2026Mill Pond Reservation1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/2/202624 Milton Rd, Brookline US-MA 42.32911, -71.127341 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

6/2/2026Cold Spring Park, Newton US-MA 42.33039, -71.211981 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

6/2/2026Middlesex Fells Reservation--Hemlock Pool1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

6/2/2026Arnold Arboretum1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/2/2026Arnold Arboretum1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

6/2/2026Middlesex Fells Reservation--Winford Way Entrance1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

6/2/2026Millennium Park, Boston1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

6/2/2026The West Woods1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/2/2026Great Meadows NWR--Concord Unit1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

6/2/2026Horn Pond Recreation Area1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

6/2/2026Minute Man NHP--Hartwell Area1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Rose Kennedy Greenway1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

26/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/2/2026

Gray Catbird

36/2/2026

American Robin

36/2/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/2/2026

Song Sparrow

16/2/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

26/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

46/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Northern House Wren

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/2/2026

Barred Owl

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

26/1/2026

Canada Goose

6/1/2026

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 Nine Acre Corner, Concord for birding?
The best months to visit Nine Acre Corner, Concord for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Nine Acre Corner, Concord?
Notable species at Nine Acre Corner, Concord include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Nine Acre Corner, Concord?
Birding at Nine Acre Corner, Concord is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Nine Acre Corner, Concord?
Nine Acre Corner, Concord offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.