Based on 17,504 research-grade iNaturalist observations in California, Least Sandpiper is most often recorded in September; in California it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #65 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Calidris minutilla
Least Sandpiper in California by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in California in September
Red-tailed Hawk
Western Gull
Black Phoebe
Great Blue Heron
Great Egret
Mallard
Anna's Hummingbird
California Scrub-Jay
Places to look in California
Botanical GardenThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
State ParkHearst Castle
Botanical GardenSan Francisco Botanical Garden
State ParkAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
National ForestAngeles National Forest
National ForestSequoia National Forest
FAQ
When does Least Sandpiper appear in California?
Mainly July–April, with the most records in September.
How common is Least Sandpiper in California?
It ranks #65 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in California (17,504 records in our sample).