Coastal birding habitat

Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Common Gallinule, and American Coot 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

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

4/14/2026Cumberland Island National Seashore (please consider using more specific locations)2 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

4/14/2026Cumberland Island National Seashore (please consider using more specific locations)10 observed

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

4/13/2026Ceylon WMA--North Unit5 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/12/2026St Simons Island our neighborhoood1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

4/12/2026Jekyll Island--Welcome Center1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/10/2026US-17 Salt Pan at Jekyll Causeway2 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

4/9/2026Backyard

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/9/2026Jekyll Island--Cane Rd. Trail1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/4/2026Ceylon WMA--North Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

24/14/2026

Common Gallinule

24/14/2026

Wood Stork

14/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/14/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

124/14/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

24/14/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

24/14/2026

Snowy Egret

24/14/2026

Great Egret

24/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

14/14/2026

White-eyed Vireo

14/14/2026

Blue Jay

14/14/2026

Fish Crow

14/14/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/14/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/14/2026

Carolina Wren

14/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/14/2026

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 Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond?
Notable species at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond include Hooded Merganser, Common Gallinule, American Coot, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond?
Birding at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond?
Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.