Though we enjoyed two drought-busting winters in 2022-2023 and 2023-2024, the current rainy season has been anything but. In December and January, most of Los Angeles County was suffering from record dry conditions and extreme drought. Vegetation, having increased significantly over two wet years, had not received any measurable rain for over eight months.
Birds of the Season–November 2024
Though each season in southern California has its attractions, fall migration in southern California ranks at the top for birders. Expected migrants, numerous vagrants from virtually anywhere and a wide variety of winter arrivals are all represented. This October and November did not disappoint, with plenty of surprises great and small.