Samish Island
Washington · Pacific Northwest
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
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Surfbird
Calidris virgata
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Western Gull
Larus occidentalis
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
Black-capped Chickadee
Poecile atricapillus
Fox Sparrow (Sooty)
Passerella iliaca
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Common Raven
House Sparrow
Dark-eyed Junco
Mourning Dove
Great Blue Heron
Bald Eagle
Belted Kingfisher
Northern Flicker
Willow Flycatcher
Black-capped Chickadee
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Barn Swallow
Bushtit
Red-breasted Nuthatch
European Starling
American Robin
American Goldfinch
White-crowned Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Spotted Towhee
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.
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