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Rare Bird Conservation

Conservation of rare birds and their habitats is an important focus of the NHESP.

About 190 species of birds nest in Massachusetts, about 30 of which are protected under MESA. This includes populations and habitats of coastal waterbirds that are globally important. Several species of marshbirds are also listed in Massachusetts. Conservation programs, regulations, and habitat management help protect these listed populations.

What would you like to do?

Top tasks

View peregrine falcon cameras  

All other tasks

Report Rare Species   Request rare species information  

What you need to know

Rare Bird Conservation Overview  Coastal waterbird conservation  Grassland Bird Conservation   Marshbird Conservation   Complete Bird List for Massachusetts  List of Endangered, Threatened, and Special Concern species  Rare Species Success Stories  

Image credits:  Peregrine Falcon, Falco peregrinus

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