Ogier Ponds

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Ogier Ponds is a productive birding destination in California, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts White-tailed Kite, Eurasian Collared-Dove, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Scaly-breasted Munia

Lonchura punctulata

3/6/2026Santa Clara Valley Water District2 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Lone Hill Park2 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle x Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/4/2026Thousand Oaks Park (SCL Co.)1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/4/2026Lone Hill Park2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/3/2026Chesbro Reservoir1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/2/2026Calero CP--Casa Loma Rd. access1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/1/2026Santa Teresa CP--Stile Entrance1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

2/28/2026Los Gatos Creek County Park and Oka Ponds1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

2/28/2026Los Gatos Creek County Park and Oka Ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-tailed Kite

13/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

32/24/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

52/24/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

62/24/2026

Green Heron

12/24/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/24/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/24/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Northern Flicker

12/24/2026

Black Phoebe

12/24/2026

California Scrub-Jay

22/24/2026

Common Raven

62/24/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

12/24/2026

Tree Swallow

92/24/2026

Bewick's Wren

12/24/2026

Cedar Waxwing

502/24/2026

House Finch

12/24/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

12/24/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

82/24/2026

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 Ogier Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Ogier Ponds for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Ogier Ponds?
Notable species at Ogier Ponds include White-tailed Kite, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Double-crested Cormorant, Green Heron. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ogier Ponds?
Birding at Ogier Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ogier Ponds?
Ogier Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.