Forest birding habitat

World's End, Hingham

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

World's End, Hingham is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Eider, American Crow, and Cedar Waxwing 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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/2/2026Burrage Pond WMA2 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

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

6/2/2026Blue Hills Reservation--Unquity Bottom1 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

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

6/2/2026Squantum Marshes1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

6/2/2026The West Woods1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

6/2/2026707 Shirley Street, Winthrop, Massachusetts, US (42.367, -70.973)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Baltimore Oriole

15/31/2026

Canada Goose

15/31/2026

Mallard

35/31/2026

Wild Turkey

15/31/2026

American Herring Gull

45/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

105/31/2026

Great Egret

45/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

35/31/2026

Northern Flicker

55/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

35/31/2026

Fish Crow

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

55/31/2026

European Starling

35/31/2026

Gray Catbird

35/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

65/31/2026

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 World's End, Hingham for birding?
The best months to visit World's End, Hingham for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at World's End, Hingham?
Notable species at World's End, Hingham include Common Eider, American Crow, Cedar Waxwing, Canada Goose, American Black Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at World's End, Hingham?
Birding at World's End, Hingham is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at World's End, Hingham?
World's End, Hingham offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.