River/Riparian birding habitat

Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Harlequin Duck, Surf Scoter, and Bufflehead 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

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

4/19/2026Oyster Bay1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/19/2026Erickson Road Drainage Pond2 observed

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

4/18/2026Oyster Bay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

84/16/2026

American Wigeon

114/16/2026

Mallard

74/16/2026

Harlequin Duck

54/16/2026

Surf Scoter

74/16/2026

Bufflehead

84/16/2026

Common Goldeneye

54/16/2026

Common Merganser

44/16/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

34/16/2026

Rock Pigeon

84/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

24/16/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

14/16/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

10004/16/2026

Short-billed Gull

154/16/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

94/16/2026

Iceland Gull

34/16/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

24/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/16/2026

Bald Eagle

24/16/2026

American Crow

104/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit for birding?
The best months to visit Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit?
Notable species at Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit include Harlequin Duck, Surf Scoter, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Rock Pigeon. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit?
Birding at Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit?
Campbell River - ʔuxstalis / Tyee Spit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.