Lake birding habitat

Sesachacha Pond

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sesachacha Pond is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/2/2026Old Quidnet Milk Route location2 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

6/2/2026Head of the Plains WMA1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/2/2026Nantucket UMass Field Station3 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

6/2/2026Nantucket UMass Field Station1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/2/2026Cain’s Pond1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

6/1/2026348 Polpis Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts, US (41.292, -69.988)Caines Pond1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

6/1/2026348 Polpis Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts, US (41.292, -69.988)Caines Pond1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/1/2026Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/1/2026The Creeks Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

5/31/2026

Mallard

15/31/2026

White-winged Scoter

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

American Herring Gull

5/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Osprey

45/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

45/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

American Robin

5/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

5/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

45/31/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sesachacha Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Sesachacha Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sesachacha Pond?
Notable species at Sesachacha Pond include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sesachacha Pond?
Birding at Sesachacha Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sesachacha Pond?
Sesachacha Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.