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Calliope Hummingbird Hummingbirds Calliope Hummingbird Selasphorus calliope Migrating Hummingbirds Daniel Fitzgerald An uncommon visitor to the park in the spring, this is the smallest hummingbird found in the U.S. The male has purplish rays on a white throat and both sexes have a relatively short bill. The female has a pale line above the bill and is very similar to our other female hummers but having a shorter tail, its wing will extend beyond it at rest.

Black-headed Grosbeak Cardinals, Buntings, and Allies Black-headed Grosbeak Pheucticus melanocephalus Summer Cardinals, Buntings, and Allies Daniel Fitzgerald Daniel Fitzgerald Found in deciduous, riparian, and pine-oak forests and woodlands; also frequents scrub oak habitats. Combination of black and cinnamon-orange colors on male are distinctive; note black wings with white markings, which are often flashed in flight. Combination of large beak and striped head pattern is diagnostic of the female. Listen for the sharp, 'eek' call note, which betrays the bird's presence long before it is seen. Nests in trees or shrubs. Nest is a cup-shaped structure built mostly from small roots and twigs. Feeds on insects, spiders, fruit and seeds.

Golden-crowned Sparrow Towhees, Sparrows, Juncos, and Longspurs Golden-crowned Sparrow Zonotrichia atricapilla Winter Towhees, Sparrows, Juncos, and Longspurs Daniel Fitzgerald Daniel Fitzgerald Found in dense brushy areas, along woodland edge, in chaparral habitats, and in residential areas during the winter. Golden-yellow crown and dark upper bill dentify this sparrow in all plumages; golden-yellow crown is brightest in breeding plumage, duller in winter, and even duller in immature birds. Dark upper bill separates this sparrow from the White-crowned Sparrow. Omnivorous. Eats insects, flowers, buds, and fruits.

Wildflower Mount Diablo Yellow Unicorn Plant Scientific Name: Ibicella lutea Family: Martyniaceae Blooms: Jul-Aug Color: Yellow-Orange Annual herb Introduced Jump to Blooming Now Blue / Purple Red / Pink White Yellow / Orange Invasive Plants Daniel Fitzgerald Daniel Fitzgerald

Northern Flicker Kingfishers and Woodpeckers Northern Flicker Colaptes auratus All Year Kingfishers and Woodpeckers Daniel Fitzgerald Daniel Fitzgerald You can find this species in woodlands. Brown back with black barring, white rump (easily visible in flight), spotted underparts, and red-colored underwings identify this species. Moustache on the side of male's face is red. Unlike other woodpeckers, often seen feeding on the ground. Nests in cavities in trees, wooden posts, or utility poles. Eats insects, especially ants and beetles; fruits and seeds.

General Regulations Park Office Telephone: 926-837-2525 All features of the park are protected! Do not remove or disturb plants, animals, or geological features. Donner Canyon Road The use of drones is prohibited in the Park. Alcoholic Beverages All Alcoholic Beverages Prohibited in Park State laws regarding alcoholic beverages are strictly enforced. Vehicles / Bicycles Speed limit : 15-25 mph on park roads; 15 mph in campgrounds or picnic areas. Off road use prohibited. All vehicles must stay on pavement and are prohibited on trails and fire roads. Bicycles are allowed only on paved roads and designated trails. Check at ranger station for current regulations. Park closures occur during periods of very high and extreme fire danger. The closures apply to bicyclists. Helmets are required on juveniles. All riders are encouraged to use helmets. Helmets save lives and prevent serious injuries. For more information on biking, see MDIA's Biking page. Gravity Propelled Devices Skateboards, Rollerskates, Rollerblades and other Gravity Propelled Devices are prohibited. Dogs Dogs must be in tent or vehicle at night, must be on leash at all times when out of your car, and must stay in developed areas only . Dogs are not allowed on trails or fire roads. Camping Maximum of 8 persons and 2 vehicles per campsite in the Juniper, Junction, and Live Oak campgrounds. Use designated campsites only. Juveniles (under 18) must have written permission from parents. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am. No electric generators from 8 pm to 10 am. For more information on camping, see MDIA's Camping page. Reservations Campground reservations may be needed. All unreserved sites are available on a first come, first served basis. The sites will rarely fill up except under exceptional weather conditions and on occasional weekends and holidays. For more information on camping, see MDIA's Camping page. Group Picnics For reservations and more information, call the park in advance at 925-837-6129 x 4. Fires Restrictions in effect during Fire Season -- check with Ranger. Must be in stoves or barbecues provided -- no ground fires. Firewood gathering prohibited. Peace and Quiet Noise must not carry beyond your immediate camp or picnic site. Telephones There are no public telephones in the park. In emergencies, dial 911 on a cell phone or contact a ranger or docent at one of the entrance stations, Summit Visitor Center, or Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center when open. Fireworks Fireworks are prohibited. Firearms / Airguns Firearms / Airguns are prohibited. NO HUNTING.

Phainopepla Waxwings, Phainopepla, and Starlings Phainopepla Phainopepla nitens All Year Waxwings, Phainopepla, and Starlings Daniel Fitzgerald Both sexes are sleek, crested and with a red eye, the male is glossy black with white wing patches in flight while the female a dark gray and less prominent wing patches.

Bewick's Wren Wrens, Kinglets, and Gnatcatchers Bewick's Wren Thryomanes bewickii All Year Wrens, Kinglets, and Gnatcatchers Daniel Fitzgerald Locate this species in brushy areas, dense thickets, and scrubby habitats; it also frequents riparian woodlands. Upperparts are brown or grayish-brown; note dull white underparts and distinctive eyebrow. Tail, long and edged with white spots, may be cocked upward (like a wren) but may also be swished and swayed back and forth in an elaborate non-wren-like fashion. Uses moss, twigs, and leaves to build its nest, which it places in natural cavities or other sheltered crevices. Feeds mostly on insects.

Brown-headed Cowbird Blackbirds, Orioles, and Meadowlarks Brown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater All Year Blackbirds, Orioles, and Meadowlarks Daniel Fitzgerald The brown head of the adult male on this rather small blackbird is distinctive. The adult female is grayish-brown with a light-colored throat. Juveniles are buffy gray with a “scaly” back and soft breast streaking.

Wild Turkey Chickenlike Birds Wild Turkey Meleagris gallopavo All Year Chickenlike Birds Michael Marchiano Daniel Fitzgerald Found in deciduous or mixed deciduous-coniferous forests and open woodland habitats. The Wild Turkey is the largest game bird in North America. Note the bare skin on the head and upper neck. Male has reddish wattles on the throat and foreneck. Body feathers are dark and iridescent. Male has a tuft of feathers on the breast, sometimes called a beard; this is occasionally also seen in females. Not native to California, turkeys were introduced to California by the California Department of Fish and Game. In recent years, it has quickly increased in numbers and its status in the Park has changed from quite rare to common. Nest is placed on the ground and consists of a simple scrape or depression lined with leaves and grasses. Turkeys mostly eat vegetable matter such as acorns, nuts, smaller seeds, and fruits.

Yellow Warbler Warblers Yellow Warbler Setophaga petechia Summer Warblers Daniel Fitzgerald No other warbler is so extensively yellow including yellow tail spots and yellow edgings on the wings and tail. Adult males have rusty breast streaks. Adult females and immature birds are less streaked or not at all.

Gambel's White-crowned Sparrow Towhees, Sparrows, Juncos, and Longspurs Gambel's White-crowned Sparrow Zonotrichia leucophrys gambelii Towhees, Sparrows, Juncos, and Longspurs Daniel Fitzgerald