Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
California · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
Free
Open daily, sunrise to sunset (auto tour varies)
About This Location
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area is a productive birding destination in California, with 277 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Common Merganser, and Rock Pigeon 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
American Redstart
Setophaga ruticilla
Yellow-headed Blackbird
Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus
Baird's Sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
Allen's Hummingbird
Selasphorus sasin
Western Tanager
Piranga ludoviciana
Western Warbling Vireo
Vireo swainsoni
Costa's Hummingbird
Calypte costae
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Ring-billed Gull
White-faced Ibis
Western Cattle-Egret
Great Egret
American White Pelican
Turkey Vulture
White-tailed Kite
Bald Eagle
Swainson's Hawk
Yellow-billed Magpie
American Crow
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
European Starling
Yellow-headed Blackbird
Red-winged Blackbird
Mourning Dove
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
- Vic Fazio Wildlife Area
- UC Davis Arboretum
- Putah Creek Riparian Reserve
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