Lake birding habitat

Lake Josephine

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Josephine is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/27/2026Lake Josephine1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

5/23/2026Lake Josephine1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/23/2026Lake Josephine6 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/19/2026Lake Josephine1 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

5/14/2026Washburn1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

55/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

45/27/2026

Gadwall

125/27/2026

American Wigeon

55/27/2026

Mallard

1105/27/2026

Green-winged Teal

15/27/2026

Ring-necked Duck

255/27/2026

Common Goldeneye

185/27/2026

Common Merganser

15/27/2026

Mourning Dove

15/27/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

35/27/2026

Least Sandpiper

15/27/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/27/2026

Osprey

15/27/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/27/2026

Common Raven

25/27/2026

Veery

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 Lake Josephine for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Josephine for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Josephine?
Notable species at Lake Josephine include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Josephine?
Birding at Lake Josephine is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Josephine?
Lake Josephine offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.