Forest birding habitat

Brickyard Ponds

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Brickyard Ponds is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Pied-billed Grebe, Anhinga, 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

Roseate Spoonbill

Platalea ajaja

7/21/2026Silver Bluff Audubon-Kathwood Ponds2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/21/2026Silver Bluff Audubon-Kathwood Ponds1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/18/2026Silver Bluff Audubon-Kathwood Ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Western Cattle-Egret

17/21/2026

Barn Swallow

27/21/2026

Anhinga

17/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/19/2026

Fish Crow

157/19/2026

Carolina Wren

17/19/2026

Orchard Oriole

17/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/19/2026

Common Grackle

17/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/19/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/19/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

27/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

17/19/2026

White Ibis

27/19/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Great Egret

47/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Brickyard Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Brickyard Ponds for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Brickyard Ponds?
Notable species at Brickyard Ponds include Pied-billed Grebe, Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant, Osprey, Belted Kingfisher. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brickyard Ponds?
Birding at Brickyard Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Brickyard Ponds?
Brickyard Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.