Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond

Georgia · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

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

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 - Myrtle Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond?
Notable species at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mottled Duck. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond?
Birding at Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond 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 - Myrtle Pond?
Little Saint Simons Island - Myrtle Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.