Desert birding habitat

Lordsburg Sewage Ponds

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lordsburg Sewage Ponds is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

7/5/2026Lordsburg Playa1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

7/4/2026Lordsburg Playa1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

7/1/2026Lordsburg Sewage Ponds1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/1/2026Lordsburg Sewage Ponds2 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/1/2026Lordsburg Sewage Ponds4 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/1/2026Lordsburg Playa1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

7/1/2026Lordsburg Sewage Ponds1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

7/1/2026Lordsburg Sewage Ponds20 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

47/5/2026

Mourning Dove

57/5/2026

Barn Swallow

27/5/2026

House Finch

17/5/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

17/5/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

77/5/2026

Snow Goose

27/1/2026

Cinnamon Teal

97/1/2026

American Wigeon

17/1/2026

Mallard

27/1/2026

Redhead

47/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

27/1/2026

Gambel's Quail

47/1/2026

Black-necked Stilt

187/1/2026

American Avocet

517/1/2026

Killdeer

327/1/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

227/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/1/2026

Western Sandpiper

57/1/2026

White-faced Ibis

237/1/2026

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