Bird Species of Whiskeytown National Recreation AreaWhiskeytown is home to approximately 160 resident and migratory bird species. Notably, Federally Threatened bald eagles and northern spotted owls are key focal species. Bald eagles were first documented nesting in the park in 1973, while the first northern spotted owl nest was discovered in 1994. In addition to these focal species, several other notable birds have been documented in the park:
Bird Sightings at Whiskeytown
Swans, Geese, and Ducks
Herons
Waders and Gulls
Eagles, Hawks, and Vultures
Loons
Pelicans and Cormorants
Grebes
Pigeons
Kingfishers
Roadrunners
Quail, Grouse, and Turkey
Coots
Woodpeckers
Night Birds
Owls
Hummingbirds
Perching BirdsBushtits
Waxwings
Creepers
Wrens
Dippers
Crows, Jays, and Magpies
New World Sparrows and Buntings
Old World Sparrows
New World Warblers
Old World Warblers
Blackbirds
Finches
Swallows
Thrushes
Chickadees and Titmice
Pipits
Nuthatches
Mockingbirds and Thrashers
Starlings
Babblers
Flycatchers
Vireos
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Last updated: October 4, 2024