Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island

Massachusetts · Northeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 288 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Harwich Port US-MA 41.67360, -70.080282 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

3/5/2026Forest Beach and Conservation Lands, Chatham1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/4/2026Muddy Creek Headwaters Preserve1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

3/4/2026Forest Beach and Conservation Lands, Chatham1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Hopkins Lane Gardens, Orleans1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

3/3/2026Home - Lower Mill Pond, Brewster1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/1/2026Dennis Home1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/1/2026D&F Clapp's House, Brewster US-MA 41.73730, -70.088561 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/28/2026Town Cove, Orleans1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1302/28/2026

Mallard

12/28/2026

American Black Duck

402/28/2026

Common Eider

1902/28/2026

Surf Scoter

52/28/2026

Long-tailed Duck

702/28/2026

Bufflehead

802/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

112/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/28/2026

Sanderling

202/28/2026

American Herring Gull

2202/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

502/28/2026

Common Loon

12/28/2026

American Crow

22/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

82/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

32/28/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

22/28/2026

American Robin

12/28/2026

House Finch

142/28/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

62/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island for birding?
The best months to visit Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island?
Notable species at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Surf Scoter. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island?
Birding at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island?
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - Morris Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.