Coastal birding habitat

Boundary Bay Regional Park

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Boundary Bay Regional Park is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Brant, Mallard, and Anna's Hummingbird among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

6/16/2026St. John Point Regional Park1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

6/15/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty15 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

6/15/2026Iona Island--South Jetty1 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

6/15/202611311 No.3 Rd, Richmond CA-BC (49.1306,-123.1367)2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

6/15/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty3 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

6/13/2026Richmond--Terra Nova1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

6/13/2026Semiahmoo Resort1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

36/16/2026

Gadwall

46/16/2026

American Wigeon

16/16/2026

Mallard

146/16/2026

Northern Pintail

16/16/2026

Killdeer

16/16/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

36/16/2026

American Crow

26/16/2026

Tree Swallow

26/16/2026

Marsh Wren

36/16/2026

European Starling

466/16/2026

American Goldfinch

16/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

96/16/2026

Bald Eagle

26/16/2026

Black Oystercatcher

26/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/16/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

6/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

6/16/2026

American Robin

26/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

16/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boundary Bay Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Boundary Bay Regional Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Boundary Bay Regional Park?
Notable species at Boundary Bay Regional Park include Brant, Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, Virginia Rail, Sanderling. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boundary Bay Regional Park?
Birding at Boundary Bay Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Boundary Bay Regional Park?
Boundary Bay Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.