Iona Island
British Columbia · Canada
Challenging
May-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Iona Island is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 288 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Gadwall 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
Lincoln's Sparrow
Melospiza lincolnii
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Brown Pelican
Pelecanus occidentalis
American Avocet
Recurvirostra americana
Swainson's Thrush (Russet-backed)
Catharus ustulatus
Red-breasted Merganser
Mergus serrator
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Anna's Hummingbird
Glaucous-winged Gull
Great Blue Heron
Bald Eagle
American Crow
Common Raven
Tree Swallow
Violet-green Swallow
Barn Swallow
Marsh Wren
Bewick's Wren
European Starling
Swainson's Thrush
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Savannah Sparrow
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
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.
- 4
Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
- 5
Peak spring migration runs mid-May in this region — plan visits around this window for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Reifel Bird Sanctuary
- Sea Island
- Terra Nova Rural Park
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British Columbia Birding Guide
Complete guide to birding in British Columbia →