WHAT TO LOOK FOR
The seabird cliffs are the main attraction at Cape St. Mary's. Here
you will see:
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The largest accessible gannet colony in Newfoundland
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The world's most southerly colony of Thick-billed Murres.
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Bald Eagles, Ravens, and other predators.
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In July, feeding pods of humpback, fin and minke whales.
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Nesting Water Pipits and Horned Larks on upland barrens.
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Migrating shorebirds feeding on abundant wild berries.
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Wintering flocks of Common Eider and endangered Harlequin
Ducks.
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