Andree Clark Bird Refuge

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Andree Clark Bird Refuge is a productive birding destination in California, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard 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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

3/6/2026UCSB North Campus Open Space (formerly Ocean Meadows Golf Course)2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026UCSB North Campus Open Space (formerly Ocean Meadows Golf Course)1 observed

Anna's x Costa's Hummingbird (hybrid)

Calypte anna x costae

3/5/2026Lake Los Carneros Park1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/4/2026Padaro Lane1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

3/4/2026Lake Jocelyn1 observed

Common Ground Dove

Columbina passerina

3/4/2026Farren Road4 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/3/2026Bates Rd. bridge (VEN Co.)1 observed

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

3/1/2026Chase Palm Park1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/1/2026Tecolotito creek at Glen Annie and Cathedral Oaks1 observed

Swinhoe's White-eye

Zosterops simplex

2/27/2026Valerio Street1 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

2/25/2026Atascadero Creek--East of Patterson including Mitigation Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

803/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

33/5/2026

Bufflehead

23/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

703/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

23/5/2026

American Coot

403/5/2026

California Gull

253/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/5/2026

Eared Grebe

33/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

23/5/2026

Snowy Egret

23/5/2026

Brown Pelican

23/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/5/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

13/5/2026

American Crow

63/5/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

13/5/2026

Bushtit

23/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/5/2026

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 Andree Clark Bird Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Andree Clark Bird Refuge for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Andree Clark Bird Refuge?
Notable species at Andree Clark Bird Refuge include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Andree Clark Bird Refuge?
Birding at Andree Clark Bird Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Andree Clark Bird Refuge?
Andree Clark Bird Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.