From field observations within the surrounding habitats: Southern Oak Woodlands, Chaparral, Grasslands, Riparian Corridors, Wetlands, and Landscaped Grounds. 2008-2013 Glen Ivy Hot Springs enjoys the benefit of being situated in what is called an “ecotone,” a place where two adjacent, but very different ecosystems blend together and support a greater number of plant, animal and bird species. In this case, the slopes of the Santa Ana Mountains meet the low California scrub brush— creating a home to over 175 species of birds. e joy of birdwatching has long been a source of curiosity and fascination for staff and guests here at the Hot Springs. e waters that flow out of Coldwater Canyon create a unique oasis environment that support both year- round resident and migrating birds. Ancient oak trees provide a home and food for Acorn Woodpeckers and Nuthatches while the various palms on our lush Spa grounds offer just the right fiber for the Hooded Orioles to weave their hanging nests. We hope that this list helps you become more acquainted with our local and migrating birds as well as enjoy the natural beauty and mindful moments that bird watching can bring. Our resident bird expert, Glen Ivy Hot Springs CEO and President, Jim Root is always happy to hear from guests and add new observations to our collection. ([email protected]) And if you don’t have a copy of e Sibley Field Guide To Birds of Western North America we always have some available in our Spa Lifestyle Store. BIRDS OF GLEN IVY and the TEMESCAL VALLEY
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From field observations within the surrounding habitats: Southern Oak Woodlands, Chaparral, Grasslands, Riparian Corridors,
Wetlands, and Landscaped Grounds. 2008-2013
Glen Ivy Hot Springs enjoys the benefit of being situated in what is called an “ecotone,” a place where two adjacent, but very different ecosystems blend together and support a greater number of plant, animal and bird species. In this case, the slopes of the Santa Ana Mountains meet the low California scrub brush— creating a home to over 175 species of birds. The joy of birdwatching has long been a source of curiosity and fascination for staff and guests here at the Hot Springs. The waters that flow out of Coldwater Canyon create a unique oasis environment that support both year-round resident and migrating birds. Ancient oak trees provide a home and food for Acorn Woodpeckers and
Nuthatches while the various palms on our lush Spa grounds offer just the right fiber for the Hooded Orioles to weave their hanging nests. We hope that this list helps you become more acquainted with our local and migrating birds as well as enjoy the natural beauty and mindful moments that bird watching can bring. Our resident bird expert, Glen Ivy Hot Springs CEO and President, Jim Root is always happy to hear from guests and add new observations to our collection. ([email protected]) And if you don’t have a copy of The Sibley Field Guide To Birds of Western North America we always have some available in our Spa Lifestyle Store.
Birds of Glen ivy and the Temescal valley
Loons & Grebes Common Loon Pied-billed Grebe Western Grebe Clark’s Grebe
PeLicans & cormorants Ameri can White Pelican Brown Pelican Double-crested Cormorant
WadinG birds Great Blue Heron Great Egret Snowy Egret Green Heron Black-crowned Night-Heron
finches & oLd WorLd sParroWs House Finch Purple Finch Lesser Goldfinch Lawrence’s Goldfinch American Goldfinch Pine Siskin House Sparrow Chestnut Mannikin
special thanks to our neighbor, fellow birder and
friend John Mc Keever for his observations and support.
Reference: The Sibley Guide to BirdsLearn more online about birds & our unique setting: www.sibleyguides.com • www.santaanamountains.org
1. A s h -Th r o a t e d Fl y c a t c h e r 2 . We s t e r n B l u e b i r d 3. C a l i f o r n i a Tr a s h e r 4. C o m m o n Y e l l o w t h r o a t 5. B e w i c k’s Wr e n 6. M o u n t a i n C h i c k a d e e Pictures from our friend Joe Sweeney. www.flickr.com/photos/sweeneyfit