Valmont Reservoir Complex
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Valmont Reservoir Complex is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, and Black-capped Chickadee 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
White Ibis
Eudocimus albus
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus
Sora
Porzana carolina
Semipalmated Plover
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Calidris pusilla
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Common Grackle
Canada Goose
Northern Flicker
Black-capped Chickadee
Mallard
Blue-winged Teal
Cinnamon Teal
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Green-winged Teal
Rock Pigeon
Mourning Dove
American Coot
American Avocet
Killdeer
Lesser Yellowlegs
Greater Yellowlegs
Great Blue Heron
American White Pelican
Osprey
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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