Manomet Conservation Sciences

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Manomet Conservation Sciences is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 319 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Bald Eagle, Canada Goose, and Common Eider 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

Dovekie

Alle alle

3/6/2026Brant Rock Beach, Marshfield2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/2/2026Scusset Beach State Reservation1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/1/2026Home Old Fields Road, Sandwich, Massachusetts, US (41.69, -70.437)1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

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

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

2/21/2026Marstons Mills Airport1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

153/6/2026

Common Eider

123/6/2026

Long-tailed Duck

13/6/2026

Bufflehead

43/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

73/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

53/6/2026

American Herring Gull

13/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

23/6/2026

Horned Grebe

13/6/2026

Common Loon

23/6/2026

Great Cormorant

163/6/2026

Blue Jay

43/6/2026

American Crow

73/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

33/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

43/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

European Starling

203/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

House Finch

63/6/2026

American Goldfinch

143/6/2026

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 Manomet Conservation Sciences for birding?
The best months to visit Manomet Conservation Sciences for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Manomet Conservation Sciences?
Notable species at Manomet Conservation Sciences include Bald Eagle, Canada Goose, Common Eider, White-winged Scoter, Common Goldeneye. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Manomet Conservation Sciences?
Birding at Manomet Conservation Sciences is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Manomet Conservation Sciences?
Manomet Conservation Sciences offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.