Coastal birding habitat

Sandy Point, Cousins Island

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sandy Point, Cousins Island is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts American Black Duck, Surf Scoter, 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

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/19/2026Kettle Cove1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

7/18/2026Pine Point Beach--Jetty1 observed

Tricolored Heron x Snowy Egret (hybrid)

Egretta tricolor x thula

7/18/2026Scarborough Marsh--Eastern Trail1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Red)

Passerella iliaca

7/17/2026Piper Shores1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/17/2026Pine Point Beach--Jetty1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

7/16/2026Fort Baldwin Beach2 observed

Snowy x Little Egret (hybrid)

Egretta thula x garzetta

7/16/2026Gilsland Farm Audubon Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/8/2026

Ring-billed Gull

107/8/2026

American Herring Gull

87/8/2026

Common Loon

17/8/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/8/2026

Bald Eagle

27/8/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/8/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/8/2026

American Crow

27/8/2026

European Starling

27/8/2026

Gray Catbird

17/8/2026

Cedar Waxwing

37/8/2026

House Finch

27/8/2026

American Goldfinch

27/8/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

37/8/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/8/2026

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 Sandy Point, Cousins Island for birding?
The best months to visit Sandy Point, Cousins Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sandy Point, Cousins Island?
Notable species at Sandy Point, Cousins Island include American Black Duck, Surf Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sandy Point, Cousins Island?
Birding at Sandy Point, Cousins Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Sandy Point, Cousins Island?
Sandy Point, Cousins Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.