Ukiah WWTP

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Ukiah WWTP is a productive birding destination in California, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Northern Shoveler 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

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

3/6/2026Ukiah WWTP3 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/6/2026Ukiah WWTP20 observed

Red-naped x Red-breasted Sapsucker (hybrid)

Sphyrapicus nuchalis x ruber

3/3/2026Mendocino Drive, Ukiah1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/2/2026Ukiah - Fern Canyon Neighborhood1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

2/28/2026Ukiah- Riverside Park1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

2/26/202695449, Hopland US-CA 39.01024, -123.072871 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

203/6/2026

American Wigeon

33/6/2026

Mallard

323/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

1103/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

253/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

253/6/2026

Bufflehead

1503/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

1003/6/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

53/6/2026

American Coot

1253/6/2026

Killdeer

203/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

Least Sandpiper

23/6/2026

Eared Grebe

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

83/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

33/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/6/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

23/6/2026

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 Ukiah WWTP for birding?
The best months to visit Ukiah WWTP for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Ukiah WWTP?
Notable species at Ukiah WWTP include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ukiah WWTP?
Birding at Ukiah WWTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ukiah WWTP?
Ukiah WWTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.