California is a huge state, so it’s no surprise that it’s home to many different species of birds. Some of these species live in California all year, others are migratory and only spend the summer or winter in the state. In this article, we’re going to take a look at 29 of the most common backyard birds in California and learn a little about each species.
After that I’ll show you how to attract them to your yard, give you a crash course in the 10 different types of bird feeders you can use. Lastly, I’ll mention a few birdwatching hotspots in California and some great local birding organizations.
How many different species of wild birds are in California?
It’s difficult to get an exact number on how many bird species are found in North America, the United States, or even in the state of California. However, according to the California Bird Records Committee, there have been at least 681 species of birds seen in the state of California.
Most reputable sources believe there are between around 800 – 1100 species of birds in North America. For the purposes of this article we are just going to look at some of the species people frequently see in California, especially in backyards.
29 common backyard birds in California
These aren’t all the species in the state, but they are some of the birds that are most likely to frequent backyards in California. Enjoy and thanks for reading!