Poudre Ponds
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Poudre Ponds is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Coot, 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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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
Mississippi Kite
Ictinia mississippiensis
White-rumped Sandpiper
Calidris fuscicollis
Common Gallinule
Gallinula galeata
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Myiarchus cinerascens
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mississippi Kite
European Starling
House Finch
Common Grackle
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
American White Pelican
Northern Flicker
Barn Swallow
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Red-winged Blackbird
Killdeer
Mourning Dove
Common Nighthawk
Western Kingbird
Blue Jay
Northern House Wren
House Sparrow
Song 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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