Capisic Pond Park

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Capisic Pond Park is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/5/2026Allagash Brewing Co.2 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026River Point Conservation Area, Falmouth1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Mill Creek Cove1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/4/2026102 Tuttle Rd Yard, Cumberland1 observed

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/4/202604050, Long Island US-ME (43.6875,-70.1620)1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/3/2026Spurwink Marsh at Sawyer Road1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/3/2026Spurwink River Crossing1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/2/2026Scarborough Marsh--Pine Point4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

American Crow

23/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/2/2026

House Finch

93/2/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

33/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

13/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

43/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

33/2/2026

American Robin

13/2/2026

House Sparrow

43/2/2026

American Goldfinch

23/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/1/2026

American Herring Gull

52/26/2026

Carolina Wren

12/26/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

12/26/2026

European Starling

22/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Capisic Pond Park for birding?
The best months to visit Capisic Pond Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Capisic Pond Park?
Notable species at Capisic Pond Park include Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Mockingbird, House Finch. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Capisic Pond Park?
Birding at Capisic Pond Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Capisic Pond Park?
Capisic Pond Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.