Stratton Island

Maine · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stratton Island is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 281 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

Sanderling Brown Pelican Osprey Royal Tern Willet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/20/2026Kettle Cove1 observed

Little Egret

Egretta garzetta

7/20/2026Gilsland Farm2 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/20/2026Biddeford Pool--Sky Harbor Dr.3 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

7/19/2026Pine Point Beach--Jetty1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

307/19/2026

Mallard

307/19/2026

Green-winged Teal

37/19/2026

Common Eider

1407/19/2026

American Oystercatcher

107/19/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

107/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

107/19/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

47/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

107/19/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

107/19/2026

Black Guillemot

307/19/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

47/19/2026

Laughing Gull

307/19/2026

American Herring Gull

1207/19/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

807/19/2026

Least Tern

207/19/2026

Common Tern

10007/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

907/19/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/19/2026

Snowy Egret

1007/19/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stratton Island for birding?▼

The best months to visit Stratton Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Stratton Island?▼

Notable species at Stratton Island include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Stratton Island?▼

Birding at Stratton Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at Stratton Island?▼

Stratton Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.