Bayocean Spit
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
About This Location
Bayocean Spit is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Northern Pintail among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Tufted Duck
Aythya fuligula
Yellow-breasted Chat
Icteria virens
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Cackling Goose (Aleutian)
Branta hutchinsii
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Vaux's Swift
Great Blue Heron
Turkey Vulture
Western Wood-Pewee
European Starling
Swainson's Thrush
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
Purple Finch
White-crowned Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Western Tanager
Western Flycatcher
American Crow
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Violet-green Swallow
House Finch
California Gull
Brandt's Cormorant
Birding Tips
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Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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