Lake birding habitat

Capisic Pond Park

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Capisic Pond Park is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/19/2026Kettle Cove1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

7/19/2026Pine Point Beach--Jetty1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Herring Gull

47/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Bald Eagle

17/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/19/2026

Gray Catbird

67/19/2026

American Robin

37/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/19/2026

American Goldfinch

67/19/2026

Song Sparrow

67/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

87/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/19/2026

Mourning Dove

27/14/2026

Chimney Swift

17/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

87/14/2026

Northern Flicker

17/14/2026

Blue Jay

27/14/2026

American Crow

27/14/2026

Northern House Wren

27/14/2026

European Starling

27/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Capisic Pond Park for birding?
The best months to visit Capisic Pond Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Capisic Pond Park?
Notable species at Capisic Pond Park include Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Mockingbird, House Finch. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Capisic Pond Park?
Birding at Capisic Pond Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Capisic Pond Park?
Capisic Pond Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.