Birding the Sepulveda Basin Our last stop on our trip to Southern California was birding the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve. It is one of the best birding locations in the San Fernando Valley. With its mix of lakes, ponds, and wetlands, it attracts a wide range of species throughout the year. Waterfowl, songbirds, and raptors…
After our recent birding trip to Ojai, we headed north in search of two challenging but iconic species. Mountain Quail and Scott’s Oriole can be found when you are birding Carrizo Plain and Pine Mountain Club. This journey took us first from the remote riparian corridors of Apache Canyon. Then a drive through the rare…
Ojai, California is a hidden gem for birdwatchers in Southern California. Just 90 minutes from Los Angeles, Ojai offers a unique mix of mountain canyons, oak savannas, and riparian woodlands. These habitats make it a magnet for both resident and migratory birds. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out, a day trip through…
On our trip to Southern California, we made a point of doing some Santa Barbara Birding. This is where I went to school, where you can find wineries and where to find Yellow-billed Magpies. Some of the locations we stopped, and birded, were Santa Barbara Pier, Lake Cachuma and Santa Ynez Valley. Stearn’s Wharf After…
Our team was bird watching in Ventura, a coastal city in the Southwestern United States. This was part of a larger trip to Southern California. What a gorgeous way to see some scenery along the South Coast. We enjoyed the rolling hills dotted with White Oak, large areas of farmland, stunning sandy beaches and creekside…
Southern California’s coastal and canyon habitats offer a spectacular diversity of birdlife. Few places capture that better than Agoura and Malibu. On our recent birding road trip, we revisited the oak-dotted grasslands of Agoura. We then continued through Malibu’s unique blend of beach, lagoon, and chaparral. Nuttall’s Woodpeckers in the canyons to Marbled Godwits on…
When birding the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Shaver Lake and its surroundings offer exceptional birding opportunities. Birding the Sierra Nevada Range is a must-do experience; whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting, the diverse habitats in this region promise exciting sightings year-round. Traveling along Highway 168, birders can find everything from tranquil lakeshores to towering…
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