Belen Marsh
New Mexico · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
About This Location
Belen Marsh is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, and Eurasian Collared-Dove among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.
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
Harris's Sparrow
Zonotrichia querula
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Cinnamon Teal
Mallard
Eurasian Collared-Dove
White-winged Dove
Mourning Dove
Greater Roadrunner
Sandhill Crane
Killdeer
Ladder-backed Woodpecker
American Kestrel
Say's Phoebe
Verdin
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Marsh Wren
House Sparrow
House Finch
American Goldfinch
White-crowned Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Western Meadowlark
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.