Stearns Lake
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Stearns Lake is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Vireo gilvus
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Green Heron
Butorides virescens
Cassin's Kingbird
Tyrannus vociferans
Loggerhead Shrike
Lanius ludovicianus
White-eyed Vireo
Vireo griseus
Lark Bunting
Calamospiza melanocorys
Northern Pintail
Anas acuta
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Double-crested Cormorant
Bald Eagle
Say's Phoebe
Common Raven
Black-capped Chickadee
Bank Swallow
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Northern House Wren
European Starling
House Sparrow
House Finch
Lark Sparrow
Vesper Sparrow
Western Meadowlark
Red-winged Blackbird
Brown-headed Cowbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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