Grassland birding habitat

Presidio - Crissy Field

California · Southwest

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Presidio - Crissy Field is a productive birding destination in California, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Greater Scaup 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

White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel's)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

7/20/20261607 37th Ave, San Francisco US-CA (37.7569,-122.4961)1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

7/20/2026Heron's Head Park, San Francisco US-CA 37.73815, -122.372531 observed

Red-naped Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus nuchalis

7/20/2026Your moms house1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

7/20/2026Heron's Head Park3 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

7/20/2026Presidio--Crissy Field Lagoon1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/20/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District2 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

7/20/2026Broderick - Terry Duel Site (SM Co.)2 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

7/20/2026San Francisco Zoo1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

7/20/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline--Arrowhead Marsh1 observed

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

7/20/2026Pt. Pinole Regional Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

7/20/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/20/2026Presidio--Crissy Field Lagoon2 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

7/20/2026Fort Maley1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

7/20/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough1 observed

Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

7/19/2026Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

607/16/2026

Mallard

27/16/2026

Killdeer

47/16/2026

Semipalmated Plover

57/16/2026

Long-billed Curlew

17/16/2026

Least Sandpiper

67/16/2026

Western Gull

7/16/2026

California Gull

17/16/2026

Caspian Tern

27/16/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/16/2026

Snowy Egret

17/16/2026

Brown Pelican

337/16/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

7/16/2026

Mourning Dove

17/14/2026

Western Sandpiper

17/14/2026

Tree Swallow

17/14/2026

Barn Swallow

37/14/2026

House Finch

27/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

17/14/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/13/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Presidio - Crissy Field for birding?
The best months to visit Presidio - Crissy Field for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Presidio - Crissy Field?
Notable species at Presidio - Crissy Field include Canada Goose, Mallard, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presidio - Crissy Field?
Birding at Presidio - Crissy Field is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Presidio - Crissy Field?
Presidio - Crissy Field offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.