Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Surf Scoter, Common Murre, and Red-throated Loon 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

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

4/21/2026Pacific Rim National Park--Comber's Beach2 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/19/2026Tofino airport--terminal1 observed

White Wagtail (Black-backed)

Motacilla alba

4/18/2026Wickaninnish Beach, Alberni-Clayoquot CA-BC (49.0126,-125.6752)1 observed

White Wagtail

Motacilla alba

4/18/2026Pacific Rim National Park--Kwisitis Visitor Centre1 observed

Ancient Murrelet

Synthliboramphus antiquus

4/12/2026Ucluelet--Amphitrite Point1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

4/10/2026ha?uukmin / Kennedy Lake Provincial Park--boat launch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

24/19/2026

Black Oystercatcher

24/19/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

44/19/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

34/19/2026

Bald Eagle

14/19/2026

Steller's Jay

14/19/2026

American Crow

14/19/2026

American Robin

14/19/2026

Song Sparrow

14/19/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

54/19/2026

Common Loon

14/19/2026

Common Raven

14/19/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

24/19/2026

Pacific Wren

24/19/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

24/19/2026

Surf Scoter

114/18/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

14/18/2026

Red-necked Grebe

44/18/2026

Pacific Loon

14/18/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

24/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point for birding?
The best months to visit Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point?
Notable species at Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point include Surf Scoter, Common Murre, Red-throated Loon, Pelagic Cormorant, Glaucous-winged Gull. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point?
Birding at Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point?
Ucluelet - Amphitrite Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.