Garden of the Gods
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Garden of the Gods is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay, American Crow, and Bushtit 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
Marsh Wren
Cistothorus palustris
American Goshawk
Astur atricapillus
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)
Loxia curvirostra
Clay-colored Sparrow
Spizella pallida
Canada Jay
Perisoreus canadensis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Rock Pigeon
White-throated Swift
Turkey Vulture
Western Kingbird
Black-billed Magpie
Common Raven
Violet-green Swallow
American Robin
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Northern Mockingbird
Spotted Towhee
Great Horned Owl
American Kestrel
Prairie Falcon
Western Flycatcher
Mountain Chickadee
House Finch
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Northern House Wren
Birding Tips
- 1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
- 2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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