Jun 14, 2026
Days Ferry Historic Districti
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Region Guide
Wildlife and nature in Maine
Rocky coasts, forests, lakes, and seabirds
Maine combines rugged Atlantic coastline with deep forests, lakes, and mountain areas, giving families a strong mix of seabirds, forest wildlife, and cool-weather outdoor discovery.
Sightings
847
Places
142
Species
355
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Maine
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Maine.
Jun 8, 2026
Days Ferry Historic Districti
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Jun 8, 2026
Pennellville Historic Districti
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Jun 8, 2026
Pennellville Historic Districti
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Jun 8, 2026
Pennellville Historic Districti
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Jun 8, 2026
Pennellville Historic Districti
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Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Maine.
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Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Maine's guide into an actual day out.
Park50 sightings50 species
Maine, US
Harraseeket Historic District
You might spot Ghost Pipe, Pink Lady's Slipper, and Bluebead Lily.
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Park49 sightings50 species
Maine, US
Carriage Paths, Bridges and Gatehouses
You might spot American Bullfrog and Three-Toothed Cinquefoil.
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Park49 sightings50 species
Maine, US
Pennellville Historic District
You might spot Pink Lady's Slipper, Wood Lily, and Great Blue Heron.
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Park43 sightings50 species
Maine, US
Kennebunkport Historic District
You might spot Rugosa Rose and European Green Crab.
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Park43 sightings50 species
Maine, US
Salmon Falls (West) Historic District
You might spot Purple Pitcher Plant and American Toad.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Maine, US
Alfred Historic District
You might spot New England Blazing Star and Eastern Musk Turtle.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Maine
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Maine.
Category Guides
Check out our category guides for Maine
Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Maine.
Birds
Birding in Maine
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Maine.
152 Sightings75 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Maine
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Maine.
412 Sightings145 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Maine
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Maine feel richer.
157 Sightings84 Species
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