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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/18/2026Amelia Earhart Dam2 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

7/18/2026Franklin Park1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/18/2026Raymond Reservation6 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/18/2026Ell Pond, Melrose1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

7/18/2026Norwood Memorial Airport2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/17/2026Flagg house and woods1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

7/17/202630 Talbot Avenue, Billerica, Massachusetts, US (42.588, -71.286)1 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

7/15/2026Charles River Esplanade1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/15/2026Hamlin esker & red line1 observed

Brown Creeper (americana/nigrescens)

Certhia americana

7/15/2026Hamlin esker & red line3 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

7/15/2026Hamlin esker & red line1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

7/15/2026Great Meadows NWR--Concord Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

37/18/2026

Killdeer

27/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/18/2026

Barn Swallow

7/18/2026

Eastern Bluebird

47/18/2026

House Sparrow

7/18/2026

House Finch

17/18/2026

American Goldfinch

17/18/2026

Song Sparrow

17/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/18/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/18/2026

Canada Goose

187/18/2026

Mute Swan

27/18/2026

Wood Duck

87/18/2026

Wild Turkey

17/18/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

27/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

37/18/2026

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.