Urban Park birding habitat

Apollo Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Apollo Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Muscovy Duck 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/18/2026Piute Ponds (permit required) (CA Atlas - Rosamond SE)1 observed

Nuttall's Woodpecker

Dryobates nuttallii

7/18/2026Piute Ponds (permit required)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

7/16/2026Piute Ponds (permit required) (CA Atlas - Rosamond Lake CW)2 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/10/2026Piute Ponds (permit required) (CA Atlas - Rosamond Lake CW)2 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/10/2026Piute Ponds (permit required) (CA Atlas - Rosamond Lake CW)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

17/17/2026

Ross's Goose

17/17/2026

Cackling Goose

17/17/2026

Canada Goose

1057/17/2026

Mallard

307/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

157/17/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/17/2026

Mourning Dove

27/17/2026

American Coot

17/17/2026

Killdeer

27/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

207/17/2026

Black Phoebe

27/17/2026

Common Raven

87/17/2026

Horned Lark

97/17/2026

European Starling

127/17/2026

House Sparrow

157/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/17/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

127/17/2026

Muscovy Duck

17/13/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/13/2026

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