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Although the Center is currently closed to the public, the rest of Debs Park is open from dawn to dusk. Trails are accessible via the pedestrian entrance off of Griffin Ave, or via the driveway entrance off of Monterey Rd. The parking lot off of Griffin Ave. will remain closed, however there is street parking available.
Feel free to contact us at debspark@audubon.org with any questions or concerns.
We are proud to partner with Grid Alternatives for the Center's solar system renovation, and we want to take a moment to share about the amazing work that they do!
Grid Alternatives is the nation’s largest nonprofit solar installer, whose mission is to make renewable energy technology and job training accessible to underserved communities. They work to achieve their mission through a number of programs, such as free solar installations for low-income families, hands-on solar job training, technical assistance programs, advocacy and policy work, and more!
Grid Alternative's holistic and "people-first" approach to renewable energy is very much in line with the Center's approach to environmental conservation, and it's great to be able to work alongside an organization who is similarly committed to investing in local communities, and building a more equitable environmental movement.
We are inspired by their awesome work and couldn’t be happier to partner with the Los Angeles team on our solar renovation project.
Check out their website for more info!
If you are new to Pasadena or Northeast LA, chances are you may have been quite surprised the first time you saw a large flock of bright green parrots flying around! If you've been in the area for a while, you may be all too familiar with the loud squawking of these flamboyant birds, which often takes place quite early in the morning! Whether you love them or hate them, red-crowned parrots have certainly made themselves at home here. Although there are a few different types of wild parrots that can be seen in Los Angeles, the red-crowned parrot is one of the most prevalent.
They are beautiful green birds with a bright red patch on their head, a pale colored beak, and an additional red patch on the back of each wing, which can be spotted when they are in flight. Native to northeastern Mexico, red-crowned parrots were introduced to California through the pet trade. The wild population that exists in Los Angeles today actually grew from parrots that escaped captivity and adapted to the urban environment. They adapted so well that in 2001, red-crowned parrots were added to the Official List of California Birds as an introduced species. Unfortunately, due to the pet trade and habitat degredation, the native population in Mexico has decreased significantly in recent years and the species could soon be considred threatened.
Fun fact: A flock of parrots is aptly called a pandemonium!
If you have been to the Center, chances are you've noticed the beautiful grape vines that decorate the walkways of our courtyard. As a deciduous plant, the CA wild grape vines change with the seasons. During the spring and summer the leaves are a vibrant green, and are typically covered with grapes by late August or early September. In the fall, the leaves turn to stunning hues of red, orange, and yellow. By the winter, the vines are bare and they remain dormant until the coming spring.
Native to Southern Oregon and California, CA wild grapes can typically be found along streams and rivers. They are an important food source for many local birds, such as the cedar waxwing and northern mockingbird, and animal species like coyotes and possums. Humans can eat the grapes as well, although they are small with large seeds and tend to be more tart than the grapes you might find in the grocery store. The native Tongva use CA wild grapes for a number of purposes, including food, medicine, and basketry.
They can be a great addition to many backyard restoration projects as the vines can easily be guided to cover arbors or trellises, or to wrap around existing trees and landscaping. They are also quite easy to grow, provide great shade, and are drought tolerant once established! However, do keep in mind that they can grow quite aggressively and often require regular pruning.
Have you ever seen a hawk soaring in the sky and wondered “What is that cool bird?” We bet it was a Red-tailed Hawk. But don’t take our word for it! Watch this video and learn how you can properly identify a Red-tailed hawk on your next hike, road trip, or walk.
There’s so many birds along the LA River, sometimes it’s hard to tell which one is which! But have no fear, check out this video for some of our tips for identifying common water birds along the LA River!
If you’ve seen a blue streak flying across your backyard, chances are you’ve seen the California Scrub Jay! These birds are known for swooping across clearings, their harsh calls and long floppy tails. DID YOU KNOW the California Scrub Jay is part of the Corvidae family – meaning this bright blue guy is cousins with Ravens and Crows! Have you seen any California Scrub Jays in YOUR backyard? Let us know!
Lesser goldfinches are pretty small birds, and they’ve learned that there’s strength in numbers! You’ll often find them in flocks mixed with other seed-eating birds at bird feeders. If you see a tiny yellow bird with an all-black cap, chances are you spotted a male lesser goldfinch. Have you seen any lesser goldfinches in your backyard? Let us know!
Probably one of the more common backyard birds, the House Finch likes to make itself at home amongst people. Look for this bird in settled habitats including parks, backyards, barns, and forests. You’ll hear these social birds – they love to chatter amongst themselves making them very hard to miss. Have you seen one of these in your backyard?
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Audubon Center at Debs Park is located at 4700 Griffin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90031
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