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

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/19/2026Victoria--McMicking Point1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

6/19/2026Oak Bay--Turkey Head/Queens' Park1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/19/2026Central Saanich--ȾIKEL (Maber Flats)1 observed

Heermann's Gull

Larus heermanni

6/19/2026Victoria--McMicking Point5 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

6/19/2026Victoria--McMicking Point6 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

6/18/2026US-WA-Friday Harbor-Dragonfly Ln (restricted access)1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

6/18/2026Zylstra Loop Trail3 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

6/17/2026Victoria--Blenkinsop Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

146/19/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

16/19/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

16/19/2026

Black Oystercatcher

26/19/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

16/19/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

126/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/19/2026

American Crow

206/19/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

86/19/2026

Violet-green Swallow

26/19/2026

Barn Swallow

16/19/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

26/19/2026

Bewick's Wren

26/19/2026

American Robin

16/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

56/19/2026

House Sparrow

36/19/2026

House Finch

26/19/2026

American Goldfinch

56/19/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

16/19/2026

Song Sparrow

46/19/2026

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.