Riverbend Ponds Natural Area
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
Challenging
June-October
About This Location
Riverbend Ponds Natural Area is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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
American Barn Owl
Tyto furcata
Say's Phoebe
Sayornis saya
Western Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
Common Grackle
Quiscalus quiscula
Winter Wren
Troglodytes hiemalis
Red-naped Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus nuchalis
Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon x Pink-sided)
Junco hyemalis
Mexican Duck
Anas diazi
Least Sandpiper
Calidris minutilla
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
American Wigeon
Mallard
Ring-necked Duck
Killdeer
Ring-billed Gull
Northern Harrier
Belted Kingfisher
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
American Robin
American Tree Sparrow
White-crowned Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Cinnamon Teal
Green-winged Teal
Wild Turkey
Virginia Rail
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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