Tybee Island - North Beach

Georgia · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Tybee Island - North Beach is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, and Rock Pigeon 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

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/6/2026Lake Mayer5 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/6/20261 Modena Rd, Savannah US-GA 31.92763, -81.040492 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/6/20261 Modena Rd, Savannah US-GA 31.92763, -81.0404920 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/5/2026Savannah NWR--Laurel Hill Wildlife Dr1 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

3/4/2026Tybee Island--South Beach1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/4/2026Private Residence, Tybee Island US-GA1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

3/2/202629 S Live Oak Rd, Hilton Head Island US-SC 32.12963, -80.786871 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/2/2026Laurel Hill Wildlife Dr, Hardeeville US-SC 32.14630, -81.099501 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

3/2/2026Laurel Hill Wildlife Dr, Hardeeville US-SC 32.16549, -81.115111 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

3/1/2026Mitchelville Freedom Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Bufflehead

73/5/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

123/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

33/5/2026

Killdeer

43/5/2026

Piping Plover

13/5/2026

Willet

13/5/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

23/5/2026

Sanderling

1293/5/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

113/5/2026

Laughing Gull

83/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

503/5/2026

American Herring Gull

33/5/2026

Black Skimmer

4003/5/2026

Forster's Tern

353/5/2026

Royal Tern

893/5/2026

Red-throated Loon

13/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

123/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

American White Pelican

43/5/2026

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 Tybee Island - North Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Tybee Island - North Beach for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Tybee Island - North Beach?
Notable species at Tybee Island - North Beach include Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tybee Island - North Beach?
Birding at Tybee Island - North Beach is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Tybee Island - North Beach?
Tybee Island - North Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.