Cosumnes River Preserve
California · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
Free
Open daily, sunrise to sunset
About This Location
Cosumnes River Preserve is a productive birding destination in California, with 255 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts American Wigeon, Green-winged Teal, and American Avocet 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
Bank Swallow
Riparia riparia
Wilson's Warbler
Cardellina pusilla
Yellow-headed Blackbird
Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus
Western Tanager
Piranga ludoviciana
Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)
Junco hyemalis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Belted Kingfisher
California Scrub-Jay
Oak Titmouse
Bushtit
Northern House Wren
Lesser Goldfinch
American Goldfinch
Spotted Towhee
Mourning Dove
Anna's Hummingbird
Green Heron
Turkey Vulture
Swainson's Hawk
Nuttall's Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Black Phoebe
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Tree Swallow
Cliff Swallow
White-breasted Nuthatch
Birding Tips
- 1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
- 2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
- 4
Arrive early in the morning for peak bird activity and to secure parking at popular viewing areas.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Lodi Lake Nature Area
- Staten Island Ranch
- Stone Lakes NWR
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