Mugu Lagoon - east arm
California · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
About This Location
Mugu Lagoon - east arm is a productive birding destination in California, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Northern Pintail, Long-billed Curlew, and Reddish Egret 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
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)
Empidonax difficilis
Grasshopper Sparrow
Ammodramus savannarum
American x Black Oystercatcher (hybrid)
Haematopus palliatus x bachmani
Bank Swallow
Riparia riparia
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Northern Pintail
Long-billed Curlew
Reddish Egret
Turkey Vulture
Common Raven
Mallard
Red-breasted Merganser
Rock Pigeon
Anna's Hummingbird
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Marbled Godwit
Willet
Western Gull
Snowy Egret
Great Egret
Canyon Wren
House Finch
White-crowned Sparrow
California Towhee
Yellow-rumped Warbler
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.