Coastal birding habitat

Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Northern Shoveler, and American Wigeon 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

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

8/23/2026Ferry Causeway, Delta CA-BC 49.01383, -123.119741 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

8/23/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty1 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

8/23/2026Surrey--Blackie Spit/Crescent Beach (combined)1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

8/23/2026Sea Island--Ferguson Rd1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

8/23/2026Iona Island (General)1 observed

Bar-tailed Godwit

Limosa lapponica

8/23/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

8/23/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

8/23/2026Delta—Boundary Bay -- 64th Street1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

8/23/2026Reifel Bird Sanctuary1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

8/23/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

98/23/2026

Northern Pintail

4008/23/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

18/23/2026

Black-bellied Plover

5008/23/2026

Killdeer

18/23/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

58/23/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

28/23/2026

Red Knot

18/23/2026

Dunlin

18/23/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

208/23/2026

Least Sandpiper

1008/23/2026

Western Sandpiper

10008/23/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

58/23/2026

Ring-billed Gull

58/23/2026

Caspian Tern

28/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

18/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/23/2026

Northern Harrier

18/23/2026

Merlin

18/23/2026

Peregrine Falcon

28/23/2026

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 - 104th Saint for birding?
The best months to visit Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint?
Notable species at Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint include Brant, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint?
Birding at Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint?
Delta—Boundary Bay - 104th Saint offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.