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

Razorbill

Alca torda

7/19/2026Castle Island and Pleasure Bay1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/19/2026Belle Isle Marsh1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/19/2026Burrage Pond WMA3 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/19/2026Winthrop Beach and Five Sisters1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

7/19/202611 Woodside Park, Winthrop, Mass., US (42.369, -70.986)1 observed

Bridled Tern

Onychoprion anaethetus

7/19/2026Scituate Lighthouse1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/19/2026Amelia Earhart Dam7 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

7/19/2026Gulf of Maine, Boston US-MA 42.35486, -70.932143 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Spotted Sandpiper

17/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/19/2026

American Herring Gull

77/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

117/19/2026

Snowy Egret

17/19/2026

Great Egret

17/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/19/2026

American Crow

17/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/19/2026

Barn Swallow

17/19/2026

Northern House Wren

17/19/2026

Carolina Wren

17/19/2026

Gray Catbird

27/19/2026

American Robin

87/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

77/19/2026

American Goldfinch

67/19/2026

Song Sparrow

57/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/19/2026

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.