Pella Crossing Open Space
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Pella Crossing Open Space is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Semipalmated Plover
Charadrius semipalmatus
Western Sandpiper
Calidris mauri
Cliff Swallow
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Common Yellowthroat
Geothlypis trichas
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Selasphorus platycercus
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Osprey
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
American Robin
Gadwall
Mallard
Redhead
Lesser Scaup
Common Merganser
American Coot
Killdeer
Ring-billed Gull
Double-crested Cormorant
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Violet-green Swallow
Barn Swallow
House Finch
American Goldfinch
White-crowned Sparrow
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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