Dauphin Island
Alabama · Southeast
Challenging
October-April
Free (bridge toll $5)
Open 24 hours
About This Location
Dauphin Island is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 337 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Ruddy Turnstone among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.
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
Dunlin
Calidris alpina
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Contopus cooperi
Baird's Sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
American Golden-Plover
Pluvialis dominica
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mourning Dove
Clapper Rail
Killdeer
Royal Tern
White Ibis
Little Blue Heron
Reddish Egret
Great Egret
Osprey
European Starling
Red-winged Blackbird
Laughing Gull
Brown Pelican
Blue Jay
House Finch
Semipalmated Plover
Willet
Ruddy Turnstone
Sanderling
Common Tern
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
- 2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.
- 4
Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
- 5
Check access conditions and any ferry schedules before planning your trip to ensure the site is reachable.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Dauphin Island Sea Lab
- Fort Gaines
- Audubon Bird Sanctuary
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