Coastal birding habitat

Oak Bay - Cattle Point

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Oak Bay - Cattle Point is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Harlequin Duck 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

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

4/21/2026Bedrock, Kerryview Drive1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

4/21/2026Three Meadows Marsh (restricted access)1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/21/2026Three Meadows Marsh (restricted access)2 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

4/21/2026Esquimalt Lagoon2 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/21/2026Saanich--Panama Flats2 observed

American Wigeon x Green-winged Teal (hybrid)

Mareca americana x Anas crecca

4/21/2026Oak Bay--Bowker Avenue1 observed

Mourning Dove

Zenaida macroura

4/21/2026Mill Bay--The Rock2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black Oystercatcher

24/21/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

14/21/2026

Harlequin Duck

24/21/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

14/21/2026

Marbled Murrelet

24/21/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

94/21/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

164/21/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

44/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/21/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/21/2026

Savannah Sparrow

24/21/2026

Song Sparrow

24/21/2026

Cackling Goose

704/18/2026

Canada Goose

14/18/2026

American Wigeon

24/18/2026

Green-winged Teal

144/18/2026

Surf Scoter

244/18/2026

Bufflehead

304/18/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

34/18/2026

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 Oak Bay - Cattle Point for birding?
The best months to visit Oak Bay - Cattle Point for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Oak Bay - Cattle Point?
Notable species at Oak Bay - Cattle Point include American Wigeon, Mallard, Harlequin Duck, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oak Bay - Cattle Point?
Birding at Oak Bay - Cattle Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Oak Bay - Cattle Point?
Oak Bay - Cattle Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.