Lake Tolowa
California · Southwest
About This Location
Lake Tolowa is a productive birding destination in California, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.
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
Northern Shrike
Lanius borealis
Northern Mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Nashville Warbler
Leiothlypis ruficapilla
Horned Lark
Eremophila alpestris
Tropical Kingbird
Tyrannus melancholicus
Bullock's Oriole
Icterus bullockii
Ring-necked Pheasant
Phasianus colchicus
Vega Gull
Larus vegae
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
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