Madrona Marsh
California · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
Free
Open Tue-Sun, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About This Location
Madrona Marsh is a productive birding destination in California, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, 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
Green-tailed Towhee
Pipilo chlorurus
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Hooded Oriole
Icterus cucullatus
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus varius
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
Pine Warbler
Setophaga pinus
Palm Warbler
Setophaga palmarum
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Black-and-white Warbler
Mniotilta varia
Tropical Kingbird
Tyrannus melancholicus
Western Kingbird
Tyrannus verticalis
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Numenius hudsonicus
Plumbeous Vireo
Vireo plumbeus
Red-throated Loon
Gavia stellata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Cinnamon Teal
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Mourning Dove
Anna's Hummingbird
Allen's Hummingbird
American Coot
Western Gull
Snowy Egret
Red-tailed Hawk
American Kestrel
Black Phoebe
Cassin's Kingbird
American Crow
Bushtit
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Northern House Wren
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
- 4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- South Bay Botanic Garden
- Wilson Park
- Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum
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