Birds & Birding
Massachusetts is visited by over 300 species of birds every year, all with unique plumages, calls, migration patterns, and stories. From the smallest sparrow to the mighty herons, our community of birdwatchers are united by the inspiration we draw from our feathered friends. Whether you're a self-described birder, or just bird-curious, you've come to the right place to take flight.
So, pick up your binoculars, join a weekly bird walk, and find all the answers to your birding questions.
Mass Audubon's Bird Checklist
Track the birds you find in Massachusetts with our statewide checklist.
Find a Place for Birds & Birding
We manage our wildlife sanctuaries to support native bird life and healthy habitats.
Find a sanctuary
Birding for Beginners
This beginner birdwatching primer will tell you everything you need to get started on your new favorite hobby.
How to Fit & Focus Your Binoculars
Binoculars are a birders best friend. Get started by learning what to customize when you pick up a pair.
Upcoming Birding Programs
See MoreEarly Birders
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Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown
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Thursday, September 19
8:00-9:30am
Adults
Friday Morning Birding
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Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
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Friday, September 20
8:00-11:00am
Adults
Bird Research in Action
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Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, South Wellfleet
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Friday, September 20
9:15-10:15am
Adults & Families - 8 & up
Monthly Bird Walks
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Magazine Beach Park Nature Center, Cambridge
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Saturday, September 21
8:00-10:00am
Adults & Families - 14 & up
Bird Walk at Graves Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
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Graves Farm Wildlife Sanctuary, Williamsburg
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Saturday, September 21
8:00-10:00am
Adults
Fall Bird Walk at Belle Isle, Winthrop Side
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Saturday, September 21
8:00-11:00am
Adults
Protecting At Risk Birds
By fostering healthy habitats and monitoring populations, Mass Audubon supports native bird life.
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79
Important Bird Areas Protected
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16
Bird Species in MA listed as Endangered or Threatened
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61
Breeding bird species are classified as Highly Vulnerable to climate change
Latest News
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