Samish Island
Washington · Pacific Northwest
Challenging
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Samish Island is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Pacific Wren, American Robin, and House Sparrow 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
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Numenius hudsonicus
Whooper Swan
Cygnus cygnus
Black Scoter
Melanitta americana
Merlin (Taiga)
Falco columbarius
Sora
Porzana carolina
Rufous Hummingbird
Selasphorus rufus
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
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Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
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Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.
Amenities
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