This area of La Jolla is one of the few natural areas where Western Gulls nest in the county. PLEASE GIVE THEM SPACE. It is illegal to disrupt an active nest under both the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act and California State Law.

Say hello to the Spotted Sandpiper.

Their constant tail-bobbing motion is unique. It might help with balance, waterproofing, or hunting. But scientists aren’t entirely sure why they do it!

We'd love to hear your theory: why do you think spotted sandpipers bob like this?

📸 Karina Ornelas

Don’t forget to cast your vote for the new official flower for the city of San Diego! Learn more and vote here: www.sandiegobirdalliance.org/what-we-do/a...

Beginner birders! We’ve got something just for you.

Join us for our six-week Birding for Beginners course!

Learn more and register here: www.sandiegobirdalliance.org/birding/

Our birds depend on native plants. Make sure to cast your vote to make a native plant San Diego’s new city flower! Learn more and vote here: www.sandiegobirdalliance.org/what-we-do/a...

A morning at Silverwood beats pretty much anything else, except maybe a nap... but even then, it's a close call.

Learn more about Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary here: www.sandiegobirdalliance.org/what-we-do/s...