Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area

California · Southwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area is a productive birding destination in California, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Eurasian Wigeon, and American Wigeon 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

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/5/2026UC Berkeley1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Oracle Pond (pond area only) along Marine Pkwy1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/5/2026Lafayette Reservoir1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Amador Street - fennel/willow patch and adjoining fields 37.74489, -122.379561 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Belmont Slough--slough along Oracle Pkwy and area behind Oracle1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/5/20261315 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, California, US (37.592, -122.315)1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

3/5/2026Ballena Bay1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Cesar Chavez Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/5/2026Sunset Blvd. at Quintara St. intersection and vicinity1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/5/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda US-CA 37.77285, -122.300701 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Hippie Hill & Tennis Complex1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Hippie Hill & Tennis Complex1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Arboretum (San Francisco Botanical Garden)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

403/3/2026

American Wigeon

203/3/2026

Mallard

123/3/2026

Lesser Scaup

603/3/2026

Surf Scoter

13/3/2026

Bufflehead

83/3/2026

Hooded Merganser

43/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

303/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/3/2026

Mourning Dove

43/3/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/3/2026

American Coot

103/3/2026

Black-necked Stilt

63/3/2026

American Avocet

23/3/2026

Black Oystercatcher

13/3/2026

Black-bellied Plover

53/3/2026

Long-billed Curlew

23/3/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

13/3/2026

Willet

123/3/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

103/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area for birding?
The best months to visit Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area?
Notable species at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area include Canada Goose, Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, Mallard, Lesser Scaup. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area?
Birding at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area?
Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.