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Fall birds in California

California's extraordinary habitat range—from Pacific coastline to Sierra peaks to Mojave Desert—supports the highest bird diversity of any U.S. state. During fall, bird activity is shaped by post-breeding migration and refueling along the Pacific Flyway.

Where to look

Explore coastal, desert, forest, wetland, urban habitat, including Point Reyes National Seashore and Salton Sea.

Observation timing

Check migration corridors after favorable overnight winds and revisit fruiting shrubs throughout the morning.

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Birds in California