Rhode Island, often called the “Ocean State,” holds a disproportionate amount of ecological importance within its small borders, particularly along the coast of Narragansett Bay. This vast estuary, which carves deeply into the state, is fringed by a vital network of salt marshes, tidal creeks, and mudflats. These habitats form […]
Nestled along the Atlantic Flyway, Rhode Island offers some of the Northeast's most compelling and diverse bird watching experiences. Despite its small size, the Ocean State boasts an impressive variety of habitats—from coastal dunes and salt marshes to dense inland forests—that attract over 400 species of birds throughout the year.
Rhode Island, despite its diminutive size, boasts a remarkably rich and diverse avifauna. Its blend of coastal habitat, dense woodlands, and fresh/saltwater wetlands makes it a critical stopover point on the Atlantic Flyway and a permanent home for many hardy species. From the ubiquitous backyard visitors to the dazzling migrants
Birds of Rhode Island: the Rare, Common and Migrants of the Ocean State
