Bird Species at Sage Hill

Sage Hill provides important habitat for a wide variety of bird species within the urban landscape of Los Angeles. Native shrubs, grasses, and trees offer food, shelter, and nesting sites for resident birds, seasonal migrants, and occasional visitors.

From songbirds and raptors to hummingbirds and ground-foraging species, birds are among the most visible and dynamic members of the Sage Hill ecosystem. Their presence reflects the ecological value of this remnant natural habitat on UCLA’s campus.

The gallery below highlights several of the bird species observed at Sage Hill. Explore the images to learn more about the avian life that contributes to the site’s rich and resilient biodiversity.

Bird Species List

List of bird species observed at Sage Hill including notes on frequency and breeding status. Contemporary information is drawn from eBird and iNaturalist. Historical information is from the 1947 pamphlet “Birds of the Campus: University of California Los Angeles” by Loye Miller and Robert C. Stebbins.

Together, these sources provide both a historical and current perspective on avian diversity at Sage Hill.