Coastal birding habitat

Kettle Cove

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Kettle Cove is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and Long-tailed 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

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

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

Little Gull

Hydrocoloeus minutus

5/30/2026Biddeford Pool--Sky Harbor Dr.1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/30/2026Biddeford Pool--Sky Harbor Dr.1 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

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

Common Eider

155/30/2026

Black Scoter

25/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Piping Plover

25/30/2026

Laughing Gull

25/30/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

15/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Osprey

15/30/2026

American Crow

15/30/2026

American Robin

25/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/30/2026

Wild Turkey

15/30/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

35/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/30/2026

American Herring Gull

25/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

155/30/2026

House Finch

15/30/2026

Song Sparrow

15/30/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/30/2026

Semipalmated Plover

25/29/2026

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 Kettle Cove for birding?
The best months to visit Kettle Cove for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kettle Cove?
Notable species at Kettle Cove include Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead, Common Eider. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kettle Cove?
Birding at Kettle Cove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Kettle Cove?
Kettle Cove offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.