Seaside Cove
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
About This Location
Seaside Cove is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Harlequin Duck, Surf Scoter, and Black Oystercatcher 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
Barrow's Goldeneye
Bucephala islandica
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Lesser Goldfinch
Spinus psaltria
Harris's Sparrow
Zonotrichia querula
Glaucous Gull
Larus hyperboreus
Rufous Hummingbird
Selasphorus rufus
Band-tailed Pigeon
Patagioenas fasciata
Mallard x Northern Pintail (hybrid)
Anas platyrhynchos x acuta
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Western Gull
Glaucous-winged Gull
Bald Eagle
Harlequin Duck
Surf Scoter
Black Oystercatcher
Black Turnstone
Surfbird
Red-throated Loon
Pacific Loon
Pelagic Cormorant
Steller's Jay
American Crow
European Starling
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Cackling Goose
Canada Goose
White-winged Scoter
Red-necked Grebe
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
- 2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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