Wetland birding habitat

Witty's Lagoon Regional Park

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
WetlandUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Witty's Lagoon Regional Park is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Green-winged Teal 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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/20/2026Victoria--Mt. Tolmie Park1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

4/20/2026DeMamiel Creek Golf Course1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/20/2026Uplands Park1 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

4/20/2026Victoria--McMicking Point1 observed

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

4/20/2026Victoria--Mt. Tolmie Park1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/19/20261688 Marine Drive, Port Angeles, Washington, US (48.131, -123.465)1 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

4/19/2026Freshwater Bay1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/19/2026Quayle Rd and Interurban Rd.1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/19/2026Langford Lake1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/19/2026Witty's Lagoon Regional Park--Tower Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

104/20/2026

Blue-winged Teal

14/20/2026

Mallard

4/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/20/2026

Bufflehead

4/20/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

154/20/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

24/20/2026

Black Oystercatcher

4/20/2026

Killdeer

14/20/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/20/2026

Surfbird

4/20/2026

Short-billed Gull

104/20/2026

Western Gull

24/20/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

24/20/2026

Horned Grebe

44/20/2026

Common Loon

24/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

144/20/2026

Bald Eagle

24/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Witty's Lagoon Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Witty's Lagoon Regional Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Witty's Lagoon Regional Park?
Notable species at Witty's Lagoon Regional Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports wetland, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Witty's Lagoon Regional Park?
Birding at Witty's Lagoon Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Witty's Lagoon Regional Park?
Witty's Lagoon Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.