Shollenberger Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Shollenberger Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 253 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan 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

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

3/6/2026Backyard in Browns Valley, Napa1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/6/2026Howard Street, Santa Rosa US-CA (38.4488,-122.7142)1 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/4/2026Penry Park1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

3/4/2026American Canyon Wetlands--west of Wetlands Edge Rd.1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/4/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

3/2/202672 E Washington St, Petaluma US-CA 38.23583, -122.638171 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/6/2026

Mute Swan

23/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

253/6/2026

Gadwall

153/6/2026

American Wigeon

103/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

153/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

103/6/2026

American Coot

253/6/2026

Black-necked Stilt

53/6/2026

American Avocet

503/6/2026

Black-bellied Plover

153/6/2026

Willet

153/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/6/2026

Dunlin

103/6/2026

Least Sandpiper

1003/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

53/6/2026

California Gull

23/6/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

23/6/2026

Snowy Egret

23/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Shollenberger Park for birding?
The best months to visit Shollenberger Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Shollenberger Park?
Notable species at Shollenberger Park include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Shollenberger Park?
Birding at Shollenberger Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Shollenberger Park?
Shollenberger Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.