Lake Loveland
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Lake Loveland is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Vireo gilvus
Blackburnian Warbler
Setophaga fusca
Common Goldeneye
Bucephala clangula
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Great Blue Heron
Peregrine Falcon
Western Wood-Pewee
American Crow
Barn Swallow
European Starling
American Robin
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Common Grackle
Black-throated Blue Warbler
Red-tailed Hawk
Downy Woodpecker
Blue Jay
Black-capped Chickadee
House Sparrow
Chipping Sparrow
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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