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

Mallard x Mexican Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x diazi

4/16/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

4/16/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/12/2026ENMU Campus1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

4/9/2026Rd 8 Pond3 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/7/2026Hillcrest Park, Clovis US-NM (34.4104,-103.1855)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

84/16/2026

Canada Goose

54/16/2026

Blue-winged Teal

154/16/2026

Cinnamon Teal

254/16/2026

Northern Shoveler

4004/16/2026

Gadwall

104/16/2026

American Wigeon

104/16/2026

Mallard

504/16/2026

Green-winged Teal

304/16/2026

Ring-necked Duck

14/16/2026

Lesser Scaup

64/16/2026

Bufflehead

64/16/2026

Ruddy Duck

504/16/2026

Rock Pigeon

54/16/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

34/16/2026

White-winged Dove

24/16/2026

American Coot

504/16/2026

Black-necked Stilt

104/16/2026

American Avocet

304/16/2026

Killdeer

104/16/2026

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.