Birchim Canyon
California · Southwest
About This Location
Birchim Canyon is a productive birding destination in California, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Northern Flicker, and Black Phoebe among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Chukar
Alectoris chukar
Plumbeous Vireo
Vireo plumbeus
Common Loon
Gavia immer
Black Swift
Cypseloides niger
Painted Redstart
Myioborus pictus
Greater Roadrunner
Geococcyx californianus
Lazuli x Indigo Bunting (hybrid)
Passerina amoena x cyanea
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
California Quail
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Black Phoebe
Rock Wren
Bewick's Wren
Lesser Goldfinch
Song Sparrow
Northern Yellow Warbler
Mourning Dove
Turkey Vulture
Red-shouldered Hawk
Great Horned Owl
Hairy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Say's Phoebe
Common Raven
Cliff Swallow
Bushtit
Northern House Wren
American Robin
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.
- 2
Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
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