Bird Babes

A welcoming community for birders of all levels — gathering in the Eastern Sierra to share knowledge, curiosity, and a love for birds.

Our mission is to create an inclusive and welcoming space for birders of all experience levels—from first-time birdwatchers to seasoned experts—to connect, explore, and celebrate the incredible birds of the Eastern Sierra.

Through regular community gatherings, we aim to foster curiosity, deepen our knowledge of local ecosystems, and build lasting friendships through shared discovery and appreciation for the natural world.

White-headed Woodpecker
Dryobates albolarvatus

American Dipper
Cinclus mexicanus

Western Tanager
Piranga ludoviciana

Common Raven
Corvus corax

Horned Lark
Eremophila alpestris

Nuttall’s Woodpecker
Dryobates nuttallii

Yellow-rumped Warbler
Setophaga coronata

Wilson’s Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor

Great Horned Owl (Michaela took this photo through her binoculars) Bubo virginianus

Photos by Susan Teefy

Birds of the Eastern Sierra

The incredible beauty of the Eastern Sierra creates a unique habitat for some very specialized birds.

“Mono Lake is a critical stopover site for millions of migratory shorebirds and waterfowl, and the variety of surrounding ecosystems attracts a wide diversity of more than 300 resident and migrant songbirds, raptors, and more.” — Mono Lake Committee

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