Bayocean Spit
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
About This Location
Bayocean Spit is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Northern Pintail among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Black-throated Gray Warbler
Setophaga nigrescens
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Northern Shoveler
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Green-winged Teal
Greater Scaup
Lesser Scaup
Surf Scoter
White-winged Scoter
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Common Merganser
Anna's Hummingbird
Least Sandpiper
Western Sandpiper
Ring-billed Gull
Western Gull
California Gull
Glaucous-winged Gull
Horned Grebe
Double-crested Cormorant
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
- 2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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