Jekyll Island - Causeway

Georgia · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jekyll Island - Causeway is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Marbled Godwit, and Snowy Egret 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

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

3/1/2026Paulks Pasture WMA2 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/1/2026Paulks Pasture WMA1 observed

Henslow's Sparrow

Centronyx henslowii

3/1/2026Paulks Pasture WMA3 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

3/1/2026Paulks Pasture WMA1 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

43/2/2026

Marbled Godwit

13/2/2026

Snowy Egret

53/2/2026

Bald Eagle

23/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/2/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/2/2026

Tree Swallow

103/2/2026

Marsh Wren

53/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/2/2026

Seaside Sparrow

203/2/2026

Nelson's Sparrow

33/2/2026

Savannah Sparrow

503/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

803/2/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

33/2/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

13/2/2026

Palm Warbler

53/2/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

153/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/22/2026

Cooper's Hawk

12/22/2026

American White Pelican

52/21/2026

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 - Causeway for birding?
The best months to visit Jekyll Island - Causeway for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jekyll Island - Causeway?
Notable species at Jekyll Island - Causeway include Hooded Merganser, Marbled Godwit, Snowy Egret, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jekyll Island - Causeway?
Birding at Jekyll Island - Causeway is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Jekyll Island - Causeway?
Jekyll Island - Causeway offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.