Monhegan Island
Maine · Northeast
Challenging
April-May, September-October
Ferry ticket required
Open year-round (ferry schedule varies)
About This Location
Monhegan Island is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 322 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Manx Shearwater
Puffinus puffinus
Black-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
Tufted Puffin
Fratercula cirrhata
White-winged Dove
Zenaida asiatica
Nelson's Sparrow
Ammospiza nelsoni
Blue Grosbeak
Passerina caerulea
Long-tailed Duck
Clangula hyemalis
White-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia leucophrys
Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Ring-necked Pheasant
Mourning Dove
Sora
American Herring Gull
Red-eyed Vireo
Blue Jay
American Crow
Black-capped Chickadee
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Northern House Wren
Gray Catbird
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
American Goldfinch
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Common Yellowthroat
American Redstart
Birding Tips
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Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
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Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
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Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
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Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
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Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Monhegan Island Lighthouse
- Cathedral Woods
- Lobster Cove
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