Fresno WTP

California · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Fresno WTP is a productive birding destination in California, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Northern Shoveler Gadwall Mallard Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

5/26/2026DeWolf Ave.--Big Dry Creek Reservoir Grasslands2 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/23/2026Lake Washington2 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

5/14/2026DeWolf Ave.--Big Dry Creek Reservoir Grasslands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

155/27/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/27/2026

Mourning Dove

65/27/2026

White-throated Swift

45/27/2026

American Crow

125/27/2026

Cliff Swallow

265/27/2026

House Sparrow

165/27/2026

Canada Goose

5/23/2026

Mallard

5/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5/23/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

5/23/2026

Snowy Egret

5/23/2026

Great Egret

5/23/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

15/23/2026

California Scrub-Jay

15/23/2026

Bushtit

5/23/2026

European Starling

5/23/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

25/20/2026

Swainson's Hawk

15/16/2026

Snow Goose

15/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fresno WTP for birding?▼

The best months to visit Fresno WTP for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Fresno WTP?▼

Notable species at Fresno WTP include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Bufflehead. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Fresno WTP?▼

Birding at Fresno WTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Fresno WTP?▼

Fresno WTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.