Forest birding habitat

Taylor Bait Farm

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Taylor Bait Farm is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Bohemian Waxwing, American Herring Gull, and Bald Eagle 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

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/28/2026Taylor Bait Farm1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/27/2026Walden-Parke Preserve, BLT1 observed

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

5/27/2026Orono Bog Walk10 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

5/27/2026Richardson Tract1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/21/2026Essex Woods1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

5/21/2026Taylor Bait Farm1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/20/2026Essex Woods1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/17/2026Essex Woods20 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/17/2026Essex Woods1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hooded Merganser

15/28/2026

Mourning Dove

25/28/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/28/2026

Tree Swallow

15/28/2026

Veery

15/28/2026

American Goldfinch

85/28/2026

Swamp Sparrow

15/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

85/28/2026

Common Grackle

15/28/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

15/28/2026

American Redstart

25/28/2026

Northern Parula

15/28/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

25/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/28/2026

Canada Goose

85/28/2026

Mallard

25/28/2026

Osprey

15/28/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

15/28/2026

Northern Flicker

15/28/2026

Olive-sided Flycatcher

15/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Taylor Bait Farm for birding?
The best months to visit Taylor Bait Farm for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Taylor Bait Farm?
Notable species at Taylor Bait Farm include Bohemian Waxwing, American Herring Gull, Bald Eagle, American Crow, Redpoll. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Taylor Bait Farm?
Birding at Taylor Bait Farm is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Taylor Bait Farm?
Taylor Bait Farm offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.