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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

8/19/2026Forteau--Buckle's Point3 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

8/17/2026Forteau--Buckle's Point1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

8/12/2026Lab--Point Amour1 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

8/11/2026Strait of Belle Isle--St. Barbe - Blanc Sablon (NF side)4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

28/22/2026

Northern Waterthrush

18/22/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

38/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

28/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

18/15/2026

Common Tern

18/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/15/2026

White-winged Crossbill

18/15/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

18/15/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

28/15/2026

Canada Goose

38/13/2026

American Black Duck

28/13/2026

Green-winged Teal

28/13/2026

Greater Scaup

48/13/2026

Common Eider

18/13/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

48/13/2026

Razorbill

28/13/2026

Common Murre

38/13/2026

Black-legged Kittiwake

508/13/2026

American Herring Gull

238/13/2026

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.