American Canyon Wetlands
California · Southwest
Challenging
October-May
About This Location
American Canyon Wetlands is a productive birding destination in California, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts American Pipit, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan 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
White-winged Scoter
Melanitta deglandi
Harris's Sparrow
Zonotrichia querula
Nashville Warbler
Leiothlypis ruficapilla
Brant
Branta bernicla
Great-tailed Grackle
Quiscalus mexicanus
Tufted Duck
Aythya fuligula
Tennessee Warbler
Leiothlypis peregrina
Summer Tanager
Piranga rubra
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Stelgidopteryx serripennis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mute Swan
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Canvasback
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Ruddy Duck
Wild Turkey
Rock Pigeon
Mourning Dove
Anna's Hummingbird
Allen's Hummingbird
American Coot
Black-necked Stilt
American Avocet
Marbled Godwit
Willet
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.
- 2
Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.