Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond

Georgia · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Common Gallinule, and American Coot 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

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/5/2026St Simons Island our neighborhoood1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/5/2026Hidden Lakes, Brunswick2 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/5/2026Jekyll Island--Clam Creek Picnic Area 1 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

3/4/2026Backyard

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

3/1/2026Jekyll Island--South Beach1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

2/28/2026Jekyll Island--4H Center and Soccer Fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hooded Merganser

233/5/2026

Common Gallinule

23/5/2026

American Coot

23/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/5/2026

Anhinga

23/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/5/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

23/5/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

323/5/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Tricolored Heron

133/5/2026

Snowy Egret

73/5/2026

Great Egret

93/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Black Vulture

13/5/2026

Osprey

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

White-eyed Vireo

13/5/2026

Fish Crow

13/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

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 Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond?
Notable species at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond include Hooded Merganser, Common Gallinule, American Coot, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond?
Birding at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond?
Jekyll Island - Amphitheater Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.