Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill is a productive birding destination in California, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Lone Hill Park3 observed

Ferruginous Hawk

Buteo regalis

3/5/2026Big Basin SP--China Grade (north of Highway 236)1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Oracle Pond (pond area only) along Marine Pkwy1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Belmont Slough--slough along Oracle Pkwy and area behind Oracle1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

3/5/2026Salt Pond A121 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/5/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

3/5/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle x Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/4/2026Thousand Oaks Park (SCL Co.)1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/4/2026Don Edwards NWR--Pond A161 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/4/2026Lone Hill Park2 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/4/2026Loop trail1 observed

Black Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

3/3/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

Song Sparrow (heermanni Group)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Sanborn CP--John Nicholas Trail

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

53/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/4/2026

Common Gallinule

13/4/2026

American Coot

83/4/2026

Black-necked Stilt

13/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/4/2026

Green Heron

13/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

Marsh Wren

73/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/4/2026

Killdeer

23/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

California Gull

143/3/2026

Snowy Egret

13/3/2026

Great Egret

13/3/2026

American Crow

213/3/2026

European Starling

43/3/2026

House Sparrow

43/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill for birding?
The best months to visit Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill?
Notable species at Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill include Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, Common Gallinule, American Coot. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill?
Birding at Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill?
Sunnyvale WPCP - Landfill offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.