Corrales Bosque - Northernmost

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Corrales Bosque - Northernmost is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, and Cooper's Hawk 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

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

3/5/2026ABQ BioPark--Tingley Lagoon1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/5/2026Heritage Hills Park1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

3/5/2026UNM--Main Campus (including Duck Pond)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026Fairview Cemetery1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/5/2026Rio Grande Valley SP--Open Space Visitor Center Bosque Trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

23/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3/3/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/3/2026

American Crow

503/3/2026

Song Sparrow

13/3/2026

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 Corrales Bosque - Northernmost for birding?
The best months to visit Corrales Bosque - Northernmost for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Corrales Bosque - Northernmost?
Notable species at Corrales Bosque - Northernmost include Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, Cooper's Hawk, American Crow, Song Sparrow. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Corrales Bosque - Northernmost?
Birding at Corrales Bosque - Northernmost is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Corrales Bosque - Northernmost?
Corrales Bosque - Northernmost offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.