Urban Park birding habitat

Shollenberger Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Shollenberger Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 253 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan 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

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

7/15/20266018–6036 Kerry Rd, Rohnert Park US-CA (38.3529,-122.6763)1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/15/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Ridgway's Rail

Rallus obsoletus

7/14/2026Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Huichica Creek Unit2 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/14/2026Shollenberger Park1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

7/14/2026Crane Creek Regional Park1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/12/2026San Pablo Bay NWR--"Alco Ponds"/South of Hwy 371 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

7/10/2026Salt Intake - Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Napa River Units - Pond 13 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

7/9/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Brant (Black)

Branta bernicla

7/8/2026Salt Intake - Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Napa River Units - Pond 13 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

17/15/2026

Mourning Dove

27/15/2026

Virginia Rail

17/15/2026

Killdeer

17/15/2026

Clark's Grebe

17/15/2026

Great Egret

17/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/15/2026

White-tailed Kite

27/15/2026

Northern Harrier

17/15/2026

Black Phoebe

17/15/2026

Common Raven

27/15/2026

Barn Swallow

27/15/2026

Cliff Swallow

557/15/2026

Bushtit

137/15/2026

Marsh Wren

17/15/2026

Bewick's Wren

37/15/2026

House Finch

127/15/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

37/15/2026

American Goldfinch

17/15/2026

Savannah Sparrow

17/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Shollenberger Park for birding?
The best months to visit Shollenberger Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Shollenberger Park?
Notable species at Shollenberger Park include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Shollenberger Park?
Birding at Shollenberger Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Shollenberger Park?
Shollenberger Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.