Based on 17,075 research-grade iNaturalist observations in California, Long-billed Curlew is most often recorded in September; in California it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #67 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Numenius americanus
Long-billed Curlew 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 Long-billed Curlew appear in California?
Mainly June–April, with the most records in September.
How common is Long-billed Curlew in California?
It ranks #67 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in California (17,075 records in our sample).