Based on 8,108 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Massachusetts, American Herring Gull is most often recorded in August; in Massachusetts it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #13 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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American Herring Gull in Massachusetts by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Massachusetts in August
Wild Turkey
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
American Goldfinch
Laughing Gull
Semipalmated Plover
Red-tailed Hawk
Mallard
Places to look in Massachusetts
Botanical GardenArnold Arboretum
Botanical GardenBoston Public Garden
Botanical GardenBerkshire Botanical Garden
State ParkHalibut Point State Park
State ParkHammond Pond Reservation
State ParkTolland State Forest
FAQ
When does American Herring Gull appear in Massachusetts?
Mainly July–June, with the most records in August.
How common is American Herring Gull in Massachusetts?
It ranks #13 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Massachusetts (8,108 records in our sample).