Little Saint Simons Island

Georgia · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Little Saint Simons Island is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 266 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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

3/6/2026SSI: 1158 E. Peachtree Street1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/6/2026Saint Simons Island--Glynn County WTP1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/6/2026St Simons Island our neighborhoood1 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

3/5/2026Noels Brandon's 400 Franklin Street, Darien, Georgia, US (31.37, -81.432)1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/5/2026Hidden Lakes, Brunswick2 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

222/26/2026

Gadwall

432/26/2026

American Wigeon

632/26/2026

Sora

12/26/2026

Common Gallinule

102/26/2026

American Coot

352/26/2026

Killdeer

32/26/2026

Willet

32/26/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

12/26/2026

Sanderling

132/26/2026

Dunlin

42/26/2026

Laughing Gull

32/26/2026

Forster's Tern

22/26/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

12/26/2026

Wood Stork

92/26/2026

White Ibis

82/26/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

92/26/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

52/26/2026

Tricolored Heron

32/26/2026

Snowy Egret

52/26/2026

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 Little Saint Simons Island for birding?
The best months to visit Little Saint Simons Island for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Little Saint Simons Island?
Notable species at Little Saint Simons Island include Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Sora, Common Gallinule. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Saint Simons Island?
Birding at Little Saint Simons Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Little Saint Simons Island?
Little Saint Simons Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.