Nature & Wildlife
In Massachusetts, each season presents new and exciting opportunities to explore and understand our ever-changing landscape and its inhabitants. Here you can find information about commonly encountered wildlife and invasive plants.
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What's Happening Now? - Spring
What's Happening in Spring?
- Finding baby birds
- Helping injured birds
- Salamander migration
- Attracting hummingbirds
- Birds flying into windows
- Birds attacking windows
- Birds acting aggressive
- Finding birds in pools
- Seeing birds with odd coloration
- Finding duck nests in enclosed areas
- Birds singing at night
- Bird nest situations
- Birds in chimneys
- Rabbits in yards
- Squirrels in yards
- Raccoons in yards
- Woodpeckers drumming
- Ladybugs in houses
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Vernal Pools
Early spring is the best time to catch a glimpse of this magical and critical phenomenon at one of our wildlife sanctuaries. Plan your visit >
Common Fall & Winter Birds
Common Fall & Winter Birds
Whether you’re briskly pacing across Boston Common or gazing out your kitchen window into a snow-covered suburban backyard, birds can be seen throughout fall and winter. Learn more about cold weather birds found in Massachusetts.
Outdoor Almanac
What does Mother Nature have in store for us in the coming weeks? Find out everything from the phases of the moon to wildlife happenings in our Outdoor Almanac.
Quick Guides
Quick Guides
Pick up new nature knowledge on the fly with our Quick Guides!
Each guide is packed with ID tips and fun facts about species like Porcupines, Bald Eagles, Moose, Snowy Owls, and more.