Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026Hoft Farm Preserve (TNC)1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/5/2026NEFSC1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Monomoscoy Island1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/4/2026Loop Beach1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

3/1/202629 Harrison Ave, Buzzards Bay US-MA 41.74949, -70.609831 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

2/28/202639 Marvin Circle1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

2/28/2026The Nest1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Harrier

12/22/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/22/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/22/2026

Blue Jay

32/22/2026

American Crow

212/22/2026

Fish Crow

12/22/2026

Eastern Bluebird

82/22/2026

American Tree Sparrow

12/22/2026

White-throated Sparrow

12/22/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

12/22/2026

Mourning Dove

22/22/2026

Common Raven

12/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

32/22/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/22/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/22/2026

House Sparrow

12/22/2026

Field Sparrow

12/22/2026

Song Sparrow

12/22/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/22/2026

American Herring Gull

12/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area include Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area?
Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.