Wetland birding habitat

Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Plover, Semipalmated Plover, and Piping Plover 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

Eastern Towhee (Red-eyed)

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

7/14/2026Savannah Home-Personal Hotspot1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

7/13/2026Savannah Home-Personal Hotspot1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

7/13/2026Tybee Island--North Beach3 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/13/2026Tybee Island--North Beach18 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

7/13/2026Tybee Island--North Beach5 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

7/13/2026Fort Pulaski NM1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

7/13/2026Fort Pulaski NM2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Stork

37/14/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

367/14/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

37/11/2026

Chimney Swift

37/11/2026

Anhinga

17/11/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

27/11/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/11/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/11/2026

Green Heron

27/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/11/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

17/11/2026

Wood Duck

87/11/2026

Common Gallinule

17/11/2026

Laughing Gull

17/11/2026

Royal Tern

17/11/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/11/2026

Snowy Egret

67/11/2026

Great Egret

27/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/11/2026

Black Vulture

17/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge include Black-bellied Plover, Semipalmated Plover, Piping Plover, Short-billed Dowitcher, Willet. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge?
Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.