Coastal birding habitat

Bailey Island

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bailey Island is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wild Turkey, and American Crow among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/31/2026Royal River Park1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

5/31/2026Reid SP, Georgetown2 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

5/30/2026Portland Head Light--Fort Williams Park3 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

5/30/2026Dyer Point2 observed

Atlantic Puffin

Fratercula arctica

5/30/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

5/30/2026Dyer Point1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/29/2026Lilly Pond Community Forest Trails (KELT)1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/29/2026Little Sheepscot Narrows1 observed

Common Yellowthroat (trichas Group)

Geothlypis trichas

5/29/2026River Point Conservation Area, Falmouth4 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/28/2026Outer Green Island, Casco Bay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

55/28/2026

Mallard

15/28/2026

Common Eider

745/28/2026

Wild Turkey

25/28/2026

Mourning Dove

65/28/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/28/2026

Laughing Gull

65/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

85/28/2026

American Herring Gull

375/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

25/28/2026

Common Tern

65/28/2026

Common Loon

15/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

575/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

65/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/28/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

15/28/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bailey Island for birding?
The best months to visit Bailey Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bailey Island?
Notable species at Bailey Island include Canada Goose, Wild Turkey, American Crow, House Finch, Northern Cardinal. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bailey Island?
Birding at Bailey Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Bailey Island?
Bailey Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.