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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

5/27/2026Smiling Hill Farm1 observed

Common Yellowthroat (trichas Group)

Geothlypis trichas

5/27/2026River Point Conservation Area, Falmouth3 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/26/2026Outer Green Island, Casco Bay1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/26/2026102 Tuttle Rd Yard, Cumberland1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

5/25/2026Ocean Ave. (near South Point) -- Biddeford Pool1 observed

Little Gull

Hydrocoloeus minutus

5/25/2026Hills Beach and Basket Island Causeway3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

75/27/2026

Mallard

25/27/2026

Mourning Dove

15/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/27/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/27/2026

Gray Catbird

25/27/2026

American Robin

15/27/2026

American Goldfinch

15/27/2026

Song Sparrow

25/27/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/27/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

65/27/2026

Common Grackle

105/27/2026

American Redstart

25/27/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

45/27/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/27/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

15/27/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/27/2026

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.