# Piping Plovers Make Record Comeback in Maine | Portland Maine News

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Podcast: [Portland Maine News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/portland-maine-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7600695)
Published: 2026-07-02T10:37:38+00:00
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Maine’s beaches are booming with piping plover success—over 185 nesting pairs and 200 chicks this year, smashing past last year’s record and far exceeding the just seven pairs back in 1981. These endangered birds, once nearly wiped out by coastal development, are making a dramatic comeback thanks to conservation efforts. With the holiday weekend approaching, Maine Audubon urges beachgoers to stay mindful: no fireworks, respect nesting signs, and help protect these fragile habitats. The state is also moving to formally designate key beach zones as “essential habitat,” offering critical legal safeguards. This recovery, decades in the making since 1995, proves what’s possible when communities and conservationists unite—hopeful signs for a thriving future for these coastal treasures. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1b8e6368ea03f9e4

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