Lake Piru
California · Southwest
About This Location
Lake Piru is a productive birding destination in California, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts California Quail, Anna's Hummingbird, and American Coot among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Swainson's Hawk
Buteo swainsoni
Blue Grosbeak
Passerina caerulea
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Western Grebe
California Condor
Bald Eagle
Acorn Woodpecker
American Kestrel
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Western Kingbird
California Scrub-Jay
Common Raven
Oak Titmouse
Rufous-crowned Sparrow
Canada Goose
Mallard
California Quail
Mourning Dove
White-throated Swift
Anna's Hummingbird
Allen's Hummingbird
American Coot
Caspian Tern
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
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