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
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Black-and-white Warbler
Mniotilta varia
Tropical Kingbird
Tyrannus melancholicus
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Numenius hudsonicus
Hooded Oriole
Icterus cucullatus
Plumbeous Vireo
Vireo plumbeus
Red-throated Loon
Gavia stellata
Palm Warbler
Setophaga palmarum
Blackburnian Warbler
Setophaga fusca
Pine Warbler
Setophaga pinus
Greater Scaup
Aythya marila
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Cinnamon Teal
American Wigeon
Mallard
Mourning Dove
American Coot
Cassin's Kingbird
California Scrub-Jay
Common Raven
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Bushtit
Northern House Wren
House Sparrow
House Finch
Lesser Goldfinch
White-crowned Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
Green-winged Teal
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