Las Palomas Marsh
New Mexico · Southwest
About This Location
Las Palomas Marsh is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, and American White Pelican 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
Least Tern
Sternula antillarum
Caspian Tern
Hydroprogne caspia
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
Lazuli Bunting
Passerina amoena
Yellow-breasted Chat
Icteria virens
Glossy Ibis
Plegadis falcinellus
Baird's Sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
Horned Grebe
Podiceps auritus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Common Raven
Rock Pigeon
American Barn Owl
Bullock's Oriole
Great Blue Heron
Eurasian Collared-Dove
White-winged Dove
Turkey Vulture
Barn Swallow
Northern Mockingbird
House Sparrow
Wood Duck
Blue-winged Teal
Cinnamon Teal
Mexican Duck
Gambel's Quail
Mourning Dove
Killdeer
Long-billed Dowitcher
Greater Yellowlegs
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.
Amenities
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