Urban Park birding habitat

Berkeley Aquatic Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Berkeley Aquatic Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Canvasback 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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/13/2026Presidio--El Polin Springs & Inspiration Point1 observed

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

7/13/2026Tilden Regional Park--Botanic Garden2 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/13/2026Heron's Head Park1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

7/13/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

7/13/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

7/13/2026Fort Maley2 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/13/2026Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

7/13/2026Warm Water Cove Park4 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

7/12/2026Golden Gate Park--Blue Heron Lake & Strawberry Hill1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/12/2026San Pablo Bay NWR--"Alco Ponds"/South of Hwy 371 observed

Pigeon Guillemot

Cepphus columba

7/12/2026Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline--Ferry Point2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

187/13/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

57/13/2026

American White Pelican

167/13/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/12/2026

Mallard

177/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

157/5/2026

Mourning Dove

27/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/5/2026

American Coot

27/5/2026

Western Gull

107/5/2026

Caspian Tern

17/5/2026

Forster's Tern

17/5/2026

Snowy Egret

17/5/2026

Green Heron

17/5/2026

Great Egret

17/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/5/2026

Black Phoebe

57/5/2026

American Crow

157/5/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

37/5/2026

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