Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary

Alabama · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Greater Yellowlegs among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

3/4/2026Dauphin Island--Pelican Bay and Spit1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

3/1/202616871 Dauphin Island Parkway, Coden, Alabama, US (30.341, -88.126)20 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/1/2026Brisbane Dr., Mobile Co. AL1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

3/1/2026Shell Belt Road, Coden3 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

2/27/202616871 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Coden US-AL 30.34215, -88.126001 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

2/27/202616871 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Coden US-AL 30.34215, -88.126001 observed

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

2/27/202616871 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Coden US-AL 30.34215, -88.126001 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/21/2026Dauphin Island--Fort Gaines1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

33/5/2026

Killdeer

43/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/5/2026

Osprey

23/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

23/5/2026

White-eyed Vireo

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

43/5/2026

Fish Crow

63/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

Brown Thrasher

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

43/5/2026

Cedar Waxwing

3/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

13/5/2026

Common Grackle

33/5/2026

Pine Warbler

53/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

3/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary for birding?
The best months to visit Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary?
Notable species at Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs, Osprey, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary?
Birding at Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary?
Dauphin Island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.