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

Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)

Loxia curvirostra

8/21/2026Ucluelet--Hyphocus Island causeway1 observed

Mourning Dove

Zenaida macroura

8/20/2026Ucluelet - Millstream1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

8/19/2026Pacific Rim National Park--Wickaninnish Beach2 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

8/18/2026Florencia Bay1 observed

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

8/18/2026Tofino offshore, within 10nm1 observed

Ancient Murrelet

Synthliboramphus antiquus

8/16/2026Tofino offshore, within 10nm1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

8/12/2026Tofino airport--terminal1 observed

Bushtit

Psaltriparus minimus

8/11/2026Kennedy Lake Provincial Park3 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

8/11/2026Ucluelet--Amphitrite Point1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

8/10/2026Maggie River estuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Harlequin Duck

48/22/2026

Black Oystercatcher

28/22/2026

Black Turnstone

18/22/2026

Surfbird

58/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

28/22/2026

Marbled Murrelet

28/22/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

38/22/2026

Common Murre

108/22/2026

Short-billed Gull

28/22/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

258/22/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

48/22/2026

Bald Eagle

18/22/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/22/2026

American Crow

128/22/2026

Surf Scoter

138/22/2026

Common Merganser

28/22/2026

Rock Pigeon

18/22/2026

Red Phalarope

48/22/2026

Wandering Tattler

18/22/2026

Western Sandpiper

68/22/2026

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.