Urban Park birding habitat

DeForest Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

DeForest Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Mourning Dove, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/11/2026Golden Shore Marine Reserve2 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

7/11/202610775 Deshire Place, Culver City, California, US (34.002, -118.392)

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/9/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

7/9/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/8/2026AES Redondo Wetland1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/7/2026Los Angeles River--Sunnynook Bridge1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/7/2026Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, Buena Park1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/5/2026Village Green1 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

7/4/2026Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook2 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

7/4/2026Ballona Freshwater Marsh2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

57/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

757/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/5/2026

Mourning Dove

17/5/2026

White-throated Swift

67/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/5/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

27/5/2026

Black-necked Stilt

27/5/2026

Killdeer

37/5/2026

Western Gull

327/5/2026

California Gull

17/5/2026

Caspian Tern

17/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Yellow-chevroned Parakeet

27/5/2026

Mitred Parakeet

87/5/2026

Black Phoebe

67/5/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

47/5/2026

Common Raven

17/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit DeForest Park for birding?
The best months to visit DeForest Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at DeForest Park?
Notable species at DeForest Park include Mallard, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at DeForest Park?
Birding at DeForest Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at DeForest Park?
DeForest Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.