Ocean Shores
Washington · Pacific Northwest
About This Location
Ocean Shores is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 275 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, and Greater Scaup among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.
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
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Yellow-headed Blackbird
Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus
Dunlin
Calidris alpina
Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)
Anser albifrons
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Bar-tailed Godwit
Limosa lapponica
Ancient Murrelet
Synthliboramphus antiquus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Rufous Hummingbird
Western Wood-Pewee
American Crow
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Barn Swallow
Cliff Swallow
European Starling
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
House Finch
Purple Finch
American Goldfinch
Red-winged Blackbird
Caspian Tern
Double-crested Cormorant
Brown Pelican
White-crowned Sparrow
Savannah Sparrow
White-winged Scoter
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
Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.
Amenities
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