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

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

8/23/2026Little Saint Simons Island--Myrtle Pond North Dike1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

8/16/2026Jekyll Island--Horton Pond1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

8/15/2026Jekyll Island--South Beach1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

8/13/2026ISS-10, Little Cumberland Island Georgia, US (30.966, -81.415)13 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

8/12/2026Wolf Island National Wildlife Refuge, Sapelo Island US-GA 31.32438, -81.291892 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

8/12/2026Little Egg Island Bar Natural Area (no public access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

38/22/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

18/22/2026

Tricolored Heron

18/22/2026

Great Egret

38/22/2026

Mourning Dove

28/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/16/2026

Willet

18/16/2026

Least Tern

18/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

18/16/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

18/16/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

18/16/2026

Little Blue Heron

38/16/2026

Snowy Egret

28/16/2026

Green Heron

18/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

28/16/2026

Brown Pelican

18/16/2026

Osprey

18/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

18/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

28/16/2026

Blue Jay

18/16/2026

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.