Desert birding habitat

Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas is a productive birding destination in California, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

7/14/2026Vasona Lake County Park1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

7/14/2026Don Edwards NWR--Ravenswood Salt Ponds R1/R24 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

7/13/2026Don Edwards NWR--entrance road (Grand Blvd.) between tracks and gate1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/13/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

7/13/2026Garin Park, Jordan Pond South Side Trail1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

7/13/2026Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park1 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

7/13/2026Joseph D. Grant CP--ranch house area2 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

7/13/2026Joseph D. Grant CP--ranch house area2 observed

Scaly-breasted Munia

Lonchura punctulata

7/13/2026Santa Clara Valley Water District3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

507/12/2026

Mallard

167/12/2026

Rock Pigeon

107/12/2026

Mourning Dove

67/12/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/12/2026

Killdeer

27/12/2026

Green Heron

27/12/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/12/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

27/12/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Black Phoebe

27/12/2026

Say's Phoebe

27/12/2026

California Scrub-Jay

47/12/2026

American Crow

27/12/2026

Oak Titmouse

27/12/2026

Tree Swallow

87/12/2026

Barn Swallow

167/12/2026

Bushtit

187/12/2026

Marsh Wren

67/12/2026

Bewick's Wren

27/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas for birding?
The best months to visit Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas?
Notable species at Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, American Coot. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas?
Birding at Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas?
Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.