Coastal birding habitat

Andrews Island Causeway

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Andrews Island Causeway is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Pied-billed Grebe, and Double-crested Cormorant among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

6/17/2026Ceylon WMA--North Unit4 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/16/2026Saint Simons Island--Goulds Inlet1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

6/15/2026Jekyll Island--South Beach1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/14/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Main Beach7 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

6/14/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Main Beach5 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

6/14/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Main Beach1 observed

Great Shearwater

Ardenna gravis

6/11/2026Auto selected 31.21452, -81.295031 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

6/10/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Main Beach1 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

6/9/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Main Beach2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Willet

16/17/2026

Laughing Gull

156/17/2026

Black Skimmer

26/17/2026

Forster's Tern

26/17/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

46/17/2026

Little Blue Heron

26/17/2026

Snowy Egret

76/17/2026

Great Egret

36/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

46/17/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

26/17/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

16/16/2026

Clapper Rail

66/16/2026

Gull-billed Tern

16/16/2026

Royal Tern

36/16/2026

White Ibis

26/16/2026

Green Heron

16/16/2026

Brown Pelican

16/16/2026

Black Vulture

16/16/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Andrews Island Causeway for birding?
The best months to visit Andrews Island Causeway for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Andrews Island Causeway?
Notable species at Andrews Island Causeway include Hooded Merganser, Pied-billed Grebe, Double-crested Cormorant, White Ibis, Little Blue Heron. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Andrews Island Causeway?
Birding at Andrews Island Causeway is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Andrews Island Causeway?
Andrews Island Causeway offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.