Biddeford Pool

Maine · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Biddeford Pool is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Black Duck, Red-breasted Merganser, and American Herring Gull among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

American Black Duck Red-breasted Merganser American Herring Gull American Crow House Finch

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/6/2026Cape Arundel Golf Course1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/6/2026Dyer Point1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

3/6/2026Biddeford - South Street1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/5/2026Allagash Brewing Co.2 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Mill Creek Cove1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/3/2026Spurwink Marsh at Sawyer Road1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/3/2026Spurwink River Crossing1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

3/2/2026Parsons Beach2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

282/27/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

42/27/2026

American Herring Gull

12/27/2026

American Crow

62/27/2026

House Finch

22/27/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Maine Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Maine →

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Biddeford Pool for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Biddeford Pool?▼

Notable species at Biddeford Pool include American Black Duck, Red-breasted Merganser, American Herring Gull, American Crow, House Finch. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Biddeford Pool?▼

Birding at Biddeford Pool is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Biddeford Pool?▼

Biddeford Pool offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.