Big Bear Lake
California · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
About This Location
Big Bear Lake is a productive birding destination in California, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Redhead 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
California Gnatcatcher
Polioptila californica
Green-tailed Towhee
Pipilo chlorurus
Purple Finch (Western)
Haemorhous purpureus
Broad-billed Hummingbird
Cynanthus latirostris
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Verdin
Auriparus flaviceps
Fox Sparrow
Passerella iliaca
Mountain Quail
Oreortyx pictus
Hooded Oriole
Icterus cucullatus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Redhead
Bufflehead
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Ruddy Duck
American Coot
American White Pelican
Red-tailed Hawk
Belted Kingfisher
Steller's Jay
Brewer's Blackbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.