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

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

7/16/2026Acadia National Park3 observed

Common Tern (hirundo/tibetana)

Sterna hirundo

7/12/2026Bar Harbor Whale/Pelagic Trip--Ballpark to Petit Manan Island100 observed

Red-billed Tropicbird

Phaethon aethereus

7/9/2026Petit Manan NWR--Petit Manan Island1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/9/2026Gulf of Maine, Gouldsboro US-ME (44.3326,-68.0095)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

7/12/2026

American Black Duck

27/12/2026

Common Eider

7/12/2026

Black Scoter

507/12/2026

American Oystercatcher

47/12/2026

Black-bellied Plover

27/12/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/12/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

27/12/2026

Least Sandpiper

57/12/2026

Black Guillemot

47/12/2026

Laughing Gull

27/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

27/12/2026

American Herring Gull

7/12/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

7/12/2026

Common Tern

47/12/2026

Red-necked Grebe

17/12/2026

Common Loon

27/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

7/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/12/2026

Osprey

17/12/2026

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.