Coastal birding habitat

Iona Island - South Jetty

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Iona Island - South Jetty is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, 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

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

8/20/2026Apodaca Provincial Park, Bowen Island CA-BC (49.3538,-123.3387)1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

8/20/2026Vancouver--Trout Lake (John Hendry Park)1 observed

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

8/19/2026Delta—Boundary Bay - 88th St.1 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

8/19/2026Arbutus Greenway, Vancouver CA-BC 49.24077, -123.153531 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

8/19/2026Burnaby Lake--Avalon entrance1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

8/19/2026Delta—Brunswick Point (34th St Entrance)20 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

8/19/2026Stanley Park--Lost Lagoon1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

8/19/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

108/16/2026

Surf Scoter

58/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

188/16/2026

Western Sandpiper

50008/16/2026

Common Loon

18/16/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

208/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

108/16/2026

Peregrine Falcon

18/16/2026

Tree Swallow

18/16/2026

Barn Swallow

18/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

38/14/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

28/14/2026

Caspian Tern

38/14/2026

Least Sandpiper

2008/9/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

18/9/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/9/2026

Mallard

8/9/2026

Greater Scaup

188/9/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

18/9/2026

Ring-billed Gull

8/9/2026

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 Iona Island - South Jetty for birding?
The best months to visit Iona Island - South Jetty for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Iona Island - South Jetty?
Notable species at Iona Island - South Jetty include Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Iona Island - South Jetty?
Birding at Iona Island - South Jetty is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Iona Island - South Jetty?
Iona Island - South Jetty offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.