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
Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)
Agelaius phoeniceus
Ruff
Calidris pugnax
Western Sandpiper
Calidris mauri
Orchard Oriole
Icterus spurius
Rufous Hummingbird
Selasphorus rufus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Greater White-fronted Goose
Canada Goose
Blue-winged Teal
Cinnamon Teal
Northern Shoveler
American Wigeon
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Green-winged Teal
Anna's Hummingbird
Black-necked Stilt
Greater Yellowlegs
Double-crested Cormorant
Snowy Egret
Great Egret
Turkey Vulture
Red-shouldered Hawk
Nuttall's Woodpecker
Black Phoebe
California Scrub-Jay
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