Great Blue Heron

Give yourself a month. Maybe two. You'll be rattling off the names of the birds that are around you with no problem. If not the birds, then whatever category interests you most.

When you are unsure, click on the help me ID this Species box. Leave the name and species blank. They will, in fact, grey out. Put your guess in the description and your spotting will be flagged for needing assistance. That way, you don't have to hope someone sees it pass by. Don't get me wrong. Do try. The more info you put in, the easier it is to help. Good luck!!

I can understand why you would think so, but no. The Grey Heron would be out of range in CA.