Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, and Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/6/2026Home1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Riverfront Conservation Area1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

3/5/2026Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)5 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/5/2026home2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/4/2026Riverfront Conservation Area1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/2/2026Lewis Home 145 Old North Rd, Worthington US-MA 42.41985, -72.941208 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

3/1/2026Hadley Cove1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/28/2026Liberty St. Bridge, Easthampton1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

12/25/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

32/25/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

12/25/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

22/25/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/25/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/25/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/25/2026

Northern Flicker

12/25/2026

Blue Jay

22/25/2026

American Crow

52/25/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

72/25/2026

Tufted Titmouse

122/25/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

32/25/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

32/25/2026

Brown Creeper

22/25/2026

Carolina Wren

12/25/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/25/2026

Eastern Bluebird

42/25/2026

American Robin

32/25/2026

House Finch

22/25/2026

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 Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) for birding?
The best months to visit Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)?
Notable species at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) include Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)?
Birding at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon)?
Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary - Meadows Conservation Area (Mass Audubon) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.