Honestly the distance from shore can depend on the day, some days they are
quite far out and some days they are close to shore, sometimes even in the
harbor.
None of these birds I listed required a scope (I usually dont bring one),
but having one with you certainly wouldnt hurt your chances!
Cameron Johnson
Dover, NH
(603) 769-0691
On Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:07 PM Stephanie Rinehart-Joseph <
<steph.rinehart...> wrote:
> Hi, everyone.
> I realize this might be kind of a silly question. I've been searching
> around for information, but haven't really turned up a good answer.
>
> I know that folks have seen Razorbills along the coast, at Odiorne or
> Hampton. How close to the coastline do they actually come? I'm asking
> because I'm trying to figure out if I should lug my (admittedly pretty
> lousy) scope along, or if my binoculars would suffice?
>
> I am assuming the scope would be preferred, but I'm more asking if it's
> necessary or not.
>
> Any guidance is greatly appreciated!
>
> Sincerely,
> Someone pretty new at this stuff
>
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