Coastal birding habitat

Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 294 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Muscovy Duck, and Cinnamon Teal 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

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

7/18/2026Playa del Rey/Ballona area1 observed

Song Sparrow (heermanni Group)

Melospiza melodia

7/18/2026Ocean Trails Reserve and golf course trails10 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/17/2026AES Redondo Wetland1 observed

Mitred Parakeet

Psittacara mitratus

7/17/2026102 Ballad Lane, Huntington Beach, California, US (33.728, -118.047)50 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

7/17/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/16/2026Jack Dunster Marine Biological Reserve1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/16/2026Huntington Central Park, Huntington Beach US-CA 33.70278, -118.004531 observed

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

7/16/2026Cabrillo Beach and pier1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/14/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve2 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

7/14/2026Huntington Central Park--West1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

37/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

207/17/2026

Mourning Dove

17/17/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/17/2026

Snowy Egret

17/17/2026

Black Phoebe

17/17/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

17/17/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

27/17/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

27/17/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

17/17/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/17/2026

Canada Goose

857/17/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

37/17/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/17/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

97/17/2026

Western Gull

387/17/2026

Caspian Tern

17/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/17/2026

White-faced Ibis

17/17/2026

Green Heron

17/17/2026

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 Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park?
Notable species at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park include Canada Goose, Muscovy Duck, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park?
Birding at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park?
Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.