Coastal birding habitat

Delta—Boundary Bay

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Delta—Boundary Bay is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Rock Pigeon 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

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

8/22/2026Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th St.1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

8/22/2026Reifel Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

8/22/2026Vancouver--Trout Lake (John Hendry Park)1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

8/22/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

8/22/2026North Vancouver--Maplewood Flats Conservation Area1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

8/22/2026Reifel Survey Display1 observed

Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel

Hydrobates furcatus

8/21/2026Ferry - Georgia Straight to Active Pass1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

18/22/2026

Black-bellied Plover

208/22/2026

Semipalmated Plover

28/22/2026

Sanderling

28/22/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

8/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

8/22/2026

Western Sandpiper

8/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

28/22/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

18/22/2026

Cedar Waxwing

18/22/2026

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

18/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

108/22/2026

American Crow

28/22/2026

Song Sparrow

38/22/2026

Spotted Towhee

18/22/2026

Canada Goose

1508/22/2026

Northern Shoveler

218/22/2026

Mallard

48/22/2026

Green-winged Teal

18/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

28/22/2026

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 Delta—Boundary Bay for birding?
The best months to visit Delta—Boundary Bay for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Delta—Boundary Bay?
Notable species at Delta—Boundary Bay include American Wigeon, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Delta—Boundary Bay?
Birding at Delta—Boundary Bay is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Delta—Boundary Bay?
Delta—Boundary Bay offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.