Coastal birding habitat

Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast

Newfoundland and Labrador · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast is a productive birding destination in Newfoundland and Labrador, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Common Eider, and Surf Scoter 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

8/23/2026Trepassey--Powles Head5 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

8/23/2026Trepassey--Powles Head10 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

8/23/2026NL--Biscay Bay1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

8/18/2026Cape Race Rd--Thimble cove1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

8/18/2026Trepassey--Main townsite and Lower Coast3 observed

Common Ringed Plover

Charadrius hiaticula

8/16/2026NL--Chance Cove PP1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

8/13/2026Bristol Cove Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Yellowlegs

28/23/2026

Common Murre

208/23/2026

American Herring Gull

78/23/2026

Northern Gannet

28/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

28/23/2026

Swamp Sparrow

18/23/2026

Northern Harrier

18/22/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

48/22/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

28/22/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

48/22/2026

Hermit Thrush

68/22/2026

American Robin

58/22/2026

American Goldfinch

28/22/2026

Fox Sparrow

88/22/2026

White-throated Sparrow

98/22/2026

Savannah Sparrow

38/22/2026

Northern Waterthrush

68/22/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

48/22/2026

Common Yellowthroat

98/22/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

328/22/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast for birding?
The best months to visit Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast?
Notable species at Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast include Greater Scaup, Common Eider, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast?
Birding at Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast?
Trepassey - Main townsite and Lower Coast offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.