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
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Pinyon Jay
Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus
Lazuli x Indigo Bunting (hybrid)
Passerina amoena x cyanea
Hooded Warbler
Setophaga citrina
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Black-billed Magpie
Spotted Towhee
Steller's Jay
American Robin
Bullock's Oriole
Summer Tanager
Black-headed Grosbeak
Blue Grosbeak
Rock Pigeon
White-throated Swift
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Prairie Falcon
House Finch
Peregrine Falcon
Canyon Wren
Northern House Wren
Blue Jay
Turkey Vulture
Golden Eagle
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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