Coastal birding habitat

Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

4/16/2026Altamaha WMA--Champney Island1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

4/15/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

4/13/2026First Presbyterian Church (Darien)1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

4/13/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island2 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

4/12/2026Paulks Pasture WMA1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/12/2026St Simons Island our neighborhoood1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

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

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

4/11/2026Altamaha WMA--Champney Island1 observed

Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x fulvigula

4/11/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island Plantation House Area1 observed

Gray-headed Swamphen

Porphyrio poliocephalus

4/11/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island Plantation House Area1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

4/11/2026Altamaha WMA--Butler Island Plantation House Area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chuck-will's-widow

54/16/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/16/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/16/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

24/16/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

24/16/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

14/16/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

14/16/2026

Clapper Rail

64/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/16/2026

White Ibis

14/16/2026

Snowy Egret

84/16/2026

Great Egret

24/16/2026

Black Vulture

44/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

84/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

34/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

34/16/2026

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 Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond?
Notable species at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mottled Duck. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond?
Birding at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond?
Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.