Audubon Delta - Mississippi

Washington Street Pier, Bay St. Louis

Join an Audubon coordinator to count and document coastal bird species. This survey provides valuable data for addressing the conservation needs of coastal birds that breed, migrate and winter along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 

Duration: 1.5 hours

Site Type: Mainland Beach

Site Description: This site consists mainly of sandy beach shoreline with expansive mudflats, beginning at Washington Street Pier. Rock jetties are situated along the boat ramp which can make for exciting finds, including American Oystercatchers. Yellow-crowned Night-Heron, Killdeer, Ruddy Turnstones, and Sanderlings can be seen along this transect. On the opposite side of the road, mature live oaks and suburban yards hosts common species such as Northern Mockingbirds, Loggerhead Shrikes, and Blue Jays. At the right time of year, this is a great viewing location for Red-headed Woodpeckers.