Desert birding habitat

La Llorona Trail Extension

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

La Llorona Trail Extension is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mallard, Killdeer, and Black-crowned Night Heron 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

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

5/30/2026Picacho Hills4 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026La Llorona Trail Extension1 observed

Willow Flycatcher (Southwestern)

Empidonax traillii

5/30/2026La Llorona Trail Extension5 observed

Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

5/25/2026East Levee Rd.--Mesilla Dam to Calle del Norte Bridge8 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/24/2026Picacho Hills1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

5/23/2026Mesilla Valley Bosque SP1 observed

Thick-billed Kingbird

Tyrannus crassirostris

5/23/2026Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, Mesilla US-NM 32.25011, -106.821571 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gambel's Quail

15/30/2026

White-winged Dove

25/30/2026

Mourning Dove

35/30/2026

Greater Roadrunner

25/30/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Killdeer

35/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Western Kingbird

25/30/2026

Bell's Vireo

15/30/2026

Chihuahuan Raven

25/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

15/30/2026

Cliff Swallow

5/30/2026

Cave Swallow

15/30/2026

American Robin

15/30/2026

House Finch

25/30/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

25/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/30/2026

Common Yellowthroat

25/30/2026

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 La Llorona Trail Extension for birding?
The best months to visit La Llorona Trail Extension for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at La Llorona Trail Extension?
Notable species at La Llorona Trail Extension include Mallard, Killdeer, Black-crowned Night Heron, Great Blue Heron, Cooper's Hawk. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at La Llorona Trail Extension?
Birding at La Llorona Trail Extension is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at La Llorona Trail Extension?
La Llorona Trail Extension offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.