Sea Island

British Columbia · Canada

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sea Island is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026New Westminster--Port Royal River Walk1 observed

Rock Sandpiper

Calidris ptilocnemis

3/5/2026Steveston--Jetty at Sand Heads4 observed

Ring-necked Duck x Lesser Scaup (hybrid)

Aythya collaris x affinis

3/5/2026Stanley Park1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/4/2026Surrey Lake Park1 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/4/2026Stanley Park--Second to Third Beach1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/4/2026Boundary Bay Dyke (12th Ave-64th St)1 observed

Taiga Flycatcher

Ficedula albicilla

3/4/2026Vancouver--Sunset Beach Park1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/3/2026Serpentine Fen1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

3/2/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/4/2026

American Wigeon

83/4/2026

Mallard

83/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

123/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/4/2026

Killdeer

43/4/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

43/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

63/4/2026

Bald Eagle

33/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

23/4/2026

American Crow

103/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

113/4/2026

Bushtit

53/4/2026

Pacific Wren

33/4/2026

Marsh Wren

83/4/2026

Bewick's Wren

23/4/2026

European Starling

123/4/2026

American Robin

63/4/2026

House Finch

43/4/2026

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 Sea Island for birding?
The best months to visit Sea Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sea Island?
Notable species at Sea Island include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Lesser Scaup. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sea Island?
Birding at Sea Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Sea Island?
Sea Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.