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

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/22/2026Backyard

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

4/21/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Main Beach

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

4/21/2026Broadfield Loop Trail, Brunswick, GA1 observed

Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)

Melospiza melodia

4/21/2026Backyard

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

4/21/2026Backyard

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

4/20/2026Clayhole Swamp WMA1 observed

Reddish Egret

Egretta rufescens

4/19/2026Little Egg Island Bar Natural Area (no public access)1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/19/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island2 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

4/19/2026Paulks Pasture WMA1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

4/18/2026Broadfield Loop Trail, Brunswick, GA1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

4/17/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island West of I-953 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Ground Dove

14/22/2026

Mourning Dove

24/22/2026

Clapper Rail

14/22/2026

Black-bellied Plover

14/22/2026

Semipalmated Plover

14/22/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/22/2026

Willet

44/22/2026

Dunlin

14/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

204/22/2026

Forster's Tern

14/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

74/22/2026

Little Blue Heron

24/22/2026

Tricolored Heron

24/22/2026

Snowy Egret

74/22/2026

Great Egret

24/22/2026

Brown Pelican

14/22/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/22/2026

Osprey

14/22/2026

Bald Eagle

14/22/2026

Eastern Kingbird

24/22/2026

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.