Quonochontaug Breachway

Rhode Island · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Quonochontaug Breachway is a productive birding destination in Rhode Island, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Eider, and Mourning Dove 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

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/5/2026273 Boom Bridge Rd, North Stonington US-CT 41.42504, -71.815651 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

3/4/2026The Narrows, Narragansett4 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/2/2026Trustom Pond NWR1 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

3/2/2026Stonington Town Dock & WWTP1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/2/2026Trustom Pond NWR--Moonstone Beach1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Anthony Rd.1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/1/2026Black Point Fishing Area1 observed

Dovekie

Alle alle

2/28/2026Camp Cronin Fishing Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

433/6/2026

Mallard

43/6/2026

American Black Duck

173/6/2026

Common Eider

783/6/2026

Bufflehead

333/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

53/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

33/6/2026

American Herring Gull

53/6/2026

Common Loon

73/6/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/6/2026

Northern Harrier

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/5/2026

American Robin

23/5/2026

House Sparrow

23/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/5/2026

Song Sparrow

23/5/2026

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 Quonochontaug Breachway for birding?
The best months to visit Quonochontaug Breachway for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Quonochontaug Breachway?
Notable species at Quonochontaug Breachway include Canada Goose, Common Eider, Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, Common Loon. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Quonochontaug Breachway?
Birding at Quonochontaug Breachway is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Quonochontaug Breachway?
Quonochontaug Breachway offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.