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

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/6/2026Mt. Davidson1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/6/2026Sunset District - Abraham Lincoln High School1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (pugetensis)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Sunset District - Abraham Lincoln High School1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/6/2026Sunset Blvd. at Quintara St. intersection and vicinity1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Shannon Hills1 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/6/20262400 Durant Avenue, Berkeley, California, US (37.867, -122.261)1 observed

Eurasian x American Wigeon (hybrid)

Mareca penelope x americana

3/6/2026Warm Water Cove Park1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/6/2026Warm Water Cove Park1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--Elk Glen Lake1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Las Trampas Regional Wilderness2 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/6/2026Pier 94--salt marsh restoration1 observed

White-tailed Kite

Elanus leucurus

3/6/2026Candlestick Pt. State Rec. Area - long traveling lists - use specific hotspot where appropriate1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/6/2026Carquinez Heights overlook1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-throated Swift

33/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

63/1/2026

Mallard

63/1/2026

Canvasback

33/1/2026

Bufflehead

203/1/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/1/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

63/1/2026

American Coot

153/1/2026

American Avocet

13/1/2026

Western Gull

43/1/2026

California Gull

33/1/2026

Forster's Tern

33/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

33/1/2026

Snowy Egret

23/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

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.