Wetland birding habitat

Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This wetland 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

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

5/21/2026Acadia NP--Otter Cove, Fish House Road1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/19/2026Acadia NP--Frazer Point1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

5/17/2026Bar Harbor1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/15/2026Fish Crow, Ledgelawn Avenue and Great Meadow Road, Bar Harbor, Maine, US (44.381, -68.206)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Eider

105/27/2026

Harlequin Duck

15/27/2026

Black Scoter

105/27/2026

Purple Sandpiper

105/27/2026

Atlantic Puffin

305/27/2026

Black Guillemot

105/27/2026

Razorbill

105/27/2026

Common Murre

45/27/2026

Laughing Gull

15/27/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

15/27/2026

Arctic Tern

15/27/2026

Common Tern

505/27/2026

Great Cormorant

25/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

55/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/27/2026

Peregrine Falcon

25/27/2026

Common Raven

15/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point for birding?
The best months to visit Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point?
Notable species at Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point?
Birding at Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point?
Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge - Petit Manan Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.