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

Pomarine Jaeger

Stercorarius pomarinus

8/22/2026Juan de Fuca Strait, Capital CA-BC (48.3171,-123.3749)1 observed

Sabine's Gull

Xema sabini

8/22/2026Juan de Fuca Strait, Capital CA-BC (48.3171,-123.3749)9 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

8/22/2026Victoria--Blenkinsop Lake1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

8/22/2026Island View Beach1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

8/22/2026home1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

8/21/2026Esquimalt Lagoon1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

8/21/2026Puckle and Lamont Roads1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

18/22/2026

Killdeer

28/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/22/2026

Turkey Vulture

28/22/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

18/22/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/22/2026

Steller's Jay

18/22/2026

Common Raven

18/22/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

18/22/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

28/22/2026

Brown Creeper

18/22/2026

Red Crossbill

38/22/2026

Pine Siskin

18/22/2026

Green-winged Teal

28/21/2026

Surf Scoter

208/21/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

18/21/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

28/21/2026

Black Oystercatcher

38/21/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

28/21/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

28/21/2026

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.