Cedar Waxwing
Adult Description Size: 7.25” Plumage/Description: A striking bird not easily confused with any other species that occurs in this area. Male and female plumage similar. Distinguishing features include a black mask through the eyes, a crest, and red ‘waxy’ tips on...
Wilson’s Warbler
Male Description Size: 4.75” Plumage/Description: Males are a bright yellow color with a jet-black crown, which is an unmistakable and diagnostic field mark. Females are an overall bright yellow color but lack the black crown. Habitat: Residential, Oak/Chaparral,...
Yellow Warbler
Adult Description Size: 5” Plumage/Descriptions: Males are bright yellow overall with reddish streaks that run vertically down the breast and belly. Females are bright yellow overall but lack the reddish streaking. Habitat: Riparian/Deciduous Time of year: ...
Canyon Towhee
Adults Description Size: 9.0” Plumage/Description: Males and females have similar plumage. Overall a gray-brown bird, with a slight touch of Rufous on the crown of the head, and under the tail. The throat area has faint streaking with dark spots. Has a dark...Weekly Articles
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Online Bird Guide
Interested in learning more about local birds? We have a wonderful online bird guide set up. This guide is here to help assist casual, novice or beginner backyard birders.
