Madrona Marsh
California · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
Free
Open Tue-Sun, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About This Location
Madrona Marsh is a productive birding destination in California, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and American Wigeon 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
Bufflehead
Bucephala albeola
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Northern Parula
Setophaga americana
California Gnatcatcher
Polioptila californica
Wilson's Warbler
Cardellina pusilla
Red-whiskered Bulbul
Pycnonotus jocosus
Brant
Branta bernicla
Savannah Sparrow (Belding's)
Passerculus sandwichensis
Varied Thrush
Ixoreus naevius
Hutton's Vireo
Vireo huttoni
Rufous-crowned Sparrow
Aimophila ruficeps
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Mourning Dove
Anna's Hummingbird
Allen's Hummingbird
Western Gull
Snowy Egret
Great Egret
Red-shouldered Hawk
Red-tailed Hawk
Downy Woodpecker
Western Flycatcher
Black Phoebe
Say's Phoebe
Cassin's Kingbird
American Crow
Common Raven
Cliff Swallow
Bushtit
Northern House Wren
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
- 4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- South Bay Botanic Garden
- Wilson Park
- Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum
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