Antero Reservoir
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Antero Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Lark Bunting
Calamospiza melanocorys
Western Gull
Larus occidentalis
Clay-colored Sparrow
Spizella pallida
Lark Sparrow
Chondestes grammacus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Common Nighthawk
Northern Flicker
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Western Wood-Pewee
Common Raven
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Northern House Wren
Mountain Bluebird
Hermit Thrush
American Robin
Brewer's Sparrow
Dark-eyed Junco
Vesper Sparrow
Green-tailed Towhee
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
American Kestrel
Clark's Nutcracker
Tree Swallow
Western Tanager
Mountain Chickadee
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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