Lake birding habitat

Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

5/31/2026Big Hill Area (Alley Side)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/31/2026Big Hill Area (Alley Side)1 observed

Common Black Hawk

Buteogallus anthracinus

5/31/2026Pueblo City Park1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

5/30/2026Big Hill Area (Alley Side)1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

5/30/2026Big Hill Area (Alley Side)1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/30/2026Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

5/30/2026Lewis Creek Trail1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/29/2026Pueblo Reservoir- spillway1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

125/31/2026

White-throated Swift

25/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

55/31/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

55/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

35/31/2026

American White Pelican

235/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

155/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

American Kestrel

25/31/2026

Say's Phoebe

25/31/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

55/31/2026

Western Kingbird

45/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

15/31/2026

Common Raven

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows?
Notable species at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, Wood Duck, Northern Shoveler. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows?
Birding at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows?
Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.