Wells Reserve at Laudholm

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wells Reserve at Laudholm is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Raven, Northern Cardinal, and Canada Goose 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

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

3/6/2026Blackberry Hill Road, Berwick1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/6/202616 Whippoorwill Ln, Kittery US-ME (43.1004,-70.7192)1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/5/2026Backyard, Berwick1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/5/202628 Old Pine Hill Rd S, Berwick US-ME 43.26952, -70.851491 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (leucophrys)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Dunn Farm, Berwick1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/2/2026Ocean Ave. Ext., York beach, ME1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

3/2/2026Parsons Beach2 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

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

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/2/2026Pine Point Beach1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/1/2026Short Sand Beach1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/1/2026Wheeler Wildlife Refuge, York1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Raven

13/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/2/2026

Canada Goose

692/28/2026

American Black Duck

162/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

32/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/28/2026

American Herring Gull

142/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

352/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

American Crow

32/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

12/28/2026

American Robin

202/28/2026

American Pipit

12/28/2026

Mallard

12/27/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/27/2026

Great Horned Owl

22/27/2026

European Starling

82/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wells Reserve at Laudholm for birding?
The best months to visit Wells Reserve at Laudholm for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wells Reserve at Laudholm?
Notable species at Wells Reserve at Laudholm include Common Raven, Northern Cardinal, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wells Reserve at Laudholm?
Birding at Wells Reserve at Laudholm is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wells Reserve at Laudholm?
Wells Reserve at Laudholm offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.