Lake birding habitat

Jacumba - town, pond, fields

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Jacumba - town, pond, fields is a productive birding destination in California, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mallard, California Quail, and Wild Turkey 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

Scott's Oriole

Icterus parisorum

4/17/202642279–42365 Old Highway 80, Jacumba US-CA 32.64646, -116.238701 observed

Harris's Hawk

Parabuteo unicinctus

4/17/2026Jacumba--town, pond, fields1 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

4/17/2026Jacumba--town, pond, fields1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

4/15/2026Desert View Tower vicinity (In-Ko-Pah, IMP Co.)1 observed

California Quail

Callipepla californica

4/15/2026Desert View Tower vicinity (In-Ko-Pah, IMP Co.)6 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

4/15/2026Desert View Tower vicinity (In-Ko-Pah, IMP Co.)1 observed

Black-throated Sparrow

Amphispiza bilineata

4/15/2026Mountain Springs Rd. (IMP Co.)2 observed

Swinhoe's White-eye

Zosterops simplex

4/15/2026Jacumba--town, pond, fields1 observed

LeConte's Thrasher

Toxostoma lecontei

4/13/2026Anza-Borrego Desert SP--Bow Willow Canyon & Campground1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

54/17/2026

White-winged Dove

14/17/2026

Mourning Dove

24/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

174/17/2026

Harris's Hawk

14/17/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

14/17/2026

Western Kingbird

14/17/2026

California Scrub-Jay

14/17/2026

European Starling

204/17/2026

House Sparrow

4/17/2026

House Finch

4/17/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

54/17/2026

Western Tanager

24/17/2026

Black-headed Grosbeak

44/17/2026

California Quail

44/15/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

34/15/2026

Costa's Hummingbird

14/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/15/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jacumba - town, pond, fields for birding?
The best months to visit Jacumba - town, pond, fields for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Jacumba - town, pond, fields?
Notable species at Jacumba - town, pond, fields include Mallard, California Quail, Wild Turkey, Eurasian Collared-Dove, White-winged Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jacumba - town, pond, fields?
Birding at Jacumba - town, pond, fields is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Jacumba - town, pond, fields?
Jacumba - town, pond, fields offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.