Albany Bulb

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Albany Bulb is a productive birding destination in California, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and American Wigeon among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/5/2026UC Berkeley1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/5/2026Lafayette Reservoir1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Amador Street - fennel/willow patch and adjoining fields 37.74489, -122.379561 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

3/5/2026Ballena Bay1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Cesar Chavez Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/5/2026Sunset Blvd. at Quintara St. intersection and vicinity1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/5/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda US-CA 37.77285, -122.300701 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Hippie Hill & Tennis Complex1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Hippie Hill & Tennis Complex1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Arboretum (San Francisco Botanical Garden)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/5/2026McKinley Square1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/2/2026

Northern Shoveler

13/2/2026

American Wigeon

13/2/2026

Mallard

13/2/2026

Green-winged Teal

13/2/2026

Greater Scaup

13/2/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/2/2026

Ruddy Duck

13/2/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/2/2026

American Coot

13/2/2026

Black Oystercatcher

13/2/2026

Black-bellied Plover

13/2/2026

Killdeer

13/2/2026

Marbled Godwit

13/2/2026

Willet

13/2/2026

Western Sandpiper

13/2/2026

Forster's Tern

13/2/2026

Horned Grebe

13/2/2026

Clark's Grebe

13/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Albany Bulb for birding?
The best months to visit Albany Bulb for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Albany Bulb?
Notable species at Albany Bulb include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Albany Bulb?
Birding at Albany Bulb is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Albany Bulb?
Albany Bulb offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.