Metchosin - Pedder Bay

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Metchosin - Pedder Bay is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mallard, Bufflehead, and California Quail 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

Mallard Bufflehead California Quail Bald Eagle Red-tailed Hawk

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/20/2026Victoria--Mt. Tolmie Park1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

4/20/2026DeMamiel Creek Golf Course1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/20/2026Uplands Park1 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

4/20/2026Victoria--McMicking Point1 observed

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

4/20/2026Victoria--Mt. Tolmie Park1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/19/20261688 Marine Drive, Port Angeles, Washington, US (48.131, -123.465)1 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

4/19/2026Freshwater Bay1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/19/2026Quayle Rd and Interurban Rd.1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/19/2026Langford Lake1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/19/2026Witty's Lagoon Regional Park--Tower Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bufflehead

74/20/2026

California Quail

24/20/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

24/20/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

24/20/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

74/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

24/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

34/20/2026

Purple Martin

154/20/2026

Barn Swallow

54/20/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

14/20/2026

Bewick's Wren

14/20/2026

European Starling

24/20/2026

American Robin

54/20/2026

House Finch

34/20/2026

Purple Finch

14/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/20/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

24/20/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/20/2026

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.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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British Columbia Birding Guide

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Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Metchosin - Pedder Bay for birding?▼

The best months to visit Metchosin - Pedder Bay for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Metchosin - Pedder Bay?▼

Notable species at Metchosin - Pedder Bay include Mallard, Bufflehead, California Quail, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Metchosin - Pedder Bay?▼

Birding at Metchosin - Pedder Bay is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Metchosin - Pedder Bay?▼

Metchosin - Pedder Bay offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.