Forteau - English Pt and Beach

Newfoundland and Labrador · Canada

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Forteau - English Pt and Beach is a productive birding destination in Newfoundland and Labrador, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Evening Grosbeak, American Black Duck, and Downy Woodpecker among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Evening Grosbeak American Black Duck Downy Woodpecker Red-breasted Nuthatch Canada Jay

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

4/22/2026Forteau--Mount Nascopi Ski Club1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

4/22/2026Forteau--Mount Nascopi Ski Club2 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

4/20/2026Lab--L'anse au Clair1 observed

Common Eider (Pacific)

Somateria mollissima

4/19/2026Forteau--Townsite and Harbour Drive1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/19/2026Forteau--Townsite and Harbour Drive1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird

Agelaius phoeniceus

4/13/2026Forteau--English Pt and Beach1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

154/22/2026

Mallard

14/22/2026

American Black Duck

24/22/2026

Common Goldeneye

34/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

54/22/2026

American Herring Gull

24/22/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

84/22/2026

Canada Jay

14/22/2026

Snow Bunting

1004/22/2026

American Tree Sparrow

24/22/2026

Fox Sparrow

224/22/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

64/22/2026

Common Merganser

14/21/2026

Iceland Gull

14/21/2026

Northern Shrike

14/21/2026

White-throated Sparrow

24/21/2026

Common Grackle

14/21/2026

Boreal Chickadee

24/20/2026

American Robin

64/20/2026

Evening Grosbeak

14/20/2026

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
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Forteau - English Pt and Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Forteau - English Pt and Beach for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Forteau - English Pt and Beach?▼

Notable species at Forteau - English Pt and Beach include Evening Grosbeak, American Black Duck, Downy Woodpecker, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Canada Jay. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Forteau - English Pt and Beach?▼

Birding at Forteau - English Pt and Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Forteau - English Pt and Beach?▼

Forteau - English Pt and Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.