Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond

North Carolina · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 301 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Green-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, and Great 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

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Bodie Island--Coquina Beach1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/3/2026Rodanthe Boat Access Area2 observed

American Herring x Glaucous Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x hyperboreus

3/3/2026Harvey Soundside Park1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

3/2/2026Nags Head--Jennette's Pier1 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

2/28/2026Alligator River NWR--Sawyer Lake Rd.1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

2/27/2026First Flight Boardwalk1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Green-winged Teal

2303/5/2026

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Song Sparrow

23/5/2026

Swamp Sparrow

23/5/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

143/5/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

23/5/2026

Pine Warbler

23/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

73/5/2026

Tundra Swan

53/5/2026

Gadwall

23/5/2026

American Black Duck

43/5/2026

Willet

13/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

63/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

23/5/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

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 Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond?
Notable species at Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond include Green-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, Great Egret, Northern Flicker, Song Sparrow. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond?
Birding at Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond?
Bodie Island Lighthouse & Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.