Desert birding habitat

Clovis WTP

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Clovis WTP is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/28/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/24/2026Hillcrest Park5 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

5/24/2026Ned Houk Park--Patch Work Place1 observed

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

5/21/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

5/21/2026Clovis WTP8 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/21/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

155/28/2026

Cinnamon Teal

55/28/2026

Northern Shoveler

105/28/2026

Gadwall

85/28/2026

American Wigeon

55/28/2026

Mallard

155/28/2026

Green-winged Teal

225/28/2026

Canvasback

15/28/2026

Lesser Scaup

45/28/2026

Ruddy Duck

405/28/2026

Scaled Quail

25/28/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

15/28/2026

Rock Pigeon

75/28/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

45/28/2026

White-winged Dove

25/28/2026

Mourning Dove

45/28/2026

American Coot

225/28/2026

Black-necked Stilt

245/28/2026

American Avocet

95/28/2026

Killdeer

65/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clovis WTP for birding?
The best months to visit Clovis WTP for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Clovis WTP?
Notable species at Clovis WTP include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clovis WTP?
Birding at Clovis WTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clovis WTP?
Clovis WTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.