Coquille River - South Jetty
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
About This Location
Coquille River - South Jetty is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and river/riparian habitat attracts Ruddy Turnstone, Black Turnstone, and Surfbird 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
Ruddy Turnstone
Arenaria interpres
Pacific Golden-Plover
Pluvialis fulva
Rufous Hummingbird
Selasphorus rufus
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Hammond's Flycatcher
Empidonax hammondii
Hermit Thrush
Catharus guttatus
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Calidris pusilla
Bank Swallow
Riparia riparia
Red Crossbill (Western Hemlock or type 3)
Loxia curvirostra
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Common Goldeneye
Bucephala clangula
Red-necked Phalarope
Phalaropus lobatus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Western Gull
Double-crested Cormorant
Brown Pelican
Black Oystercatcher
Greater Yellowlegs
Least Sandpiper
Pigeon Guillemot
Common Murre
Great Egret
American Crow
Heermann's Gull
Rock Pigeon
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
- 2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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