Louisville (town)
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Louisville (town) is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Wild Turkey, Great Horned Owl, and Rock Pigeon 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
White-faced Ibis
Plegadis chihi
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Loggerhead Shrike
Lanius ludovicianus
White-eyed Vireo
Vireo griseus
Lark Bunting
Calamospiza melanocorys
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Vireo gilvus
Northern Shoveler
Spatula clypeata
Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)
Loxia curvirostra
Green Heron
Butorides virescens
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Ruddy Duck
Northern Flicker
Black-capped Chickadee
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Say's Phoebe
Blue Jay
White-breasted Nuthatch
American Robin
House Sparrow
House Finch
Lesser Goldfinch
American Goldfinch
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Nighthawk
Downy Woodpecker
American Kestrel
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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