Gilsland Farm Audubon Center
Maine · Northeast
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free (donations welcome)
Grounds: dawn to dusk daily; Center: Mon-Sat 9 AM - 4 PM
About This Location
Gilsland Farm Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 265 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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
White-faced Ibis
Plegadis chihi
Glossy x White-faced Ibis (hybrid)
Plegadis falcinellus x chihi
Laughing Gull
Leucophaeus atricilla
Willet
Tringa semipalmata
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Wild Turkey
Northern Flicker
Black-capped Chickadee
House Sparrow
House Finch
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Cardinal
Mallard
Bufflehead
Red-breasted Merganser
Mourning Dove
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Horned Grebe
Double-crested Cormorant
Osprey
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Birding Tips
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Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
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Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
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Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Scarborough Marsh
- Mackworth Island
- Back Cove Trail
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