Desert birding habitat

Los Poblanos Open Space

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Los Poblanos Open Space is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Rock Pigeon 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

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

7/16/2026Valle de Oro NWR1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

7/16/2026ABQ BioPark--Tingley Lagoon1 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

7/15/2026Cibola NF--Balsam Glade1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

7/15/2026Cibola NF--Capulin Snowplay Site and The Log (Sandoval Co.)1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

7/15/2026Rio Grande Nature Center SP--Candelaria Wetlands1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

7/15/2026Carlito Springs Open Space1 observed

Mountain Chickadee (Rocky Mts.)

Poecile gambeli

7/14/2026Cibola NF--Capulin Spring (Bernalillo and Sandoval Co.)4 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

7/14/2026Cibola NF--Capulin Snowplay Site and The Log (Sandoval Co.)20 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/13/202610K Trail, Albuquerque US-NM 35.20979, -106.435592 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

87/16/2026

Mourning Dove

47/16/2026

Greater Roadrunner

37/16/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

77/16/2026

Swainson's Hawk

17/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

27/16/2026

American Kestrel

27/16/2026

Say's Phoebe

47/16/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

47/16/2026

Western Kingbird

137/16/2026

Barn Swallow

37/16/2026

Cliff Swallow

57/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/16/2026

American Robin

17/16/2026

House Finch

57/16/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

27/16/2026

Spotted Towhee

17/16/2026

Summer Tanager

27/16/2026

Blue Grosbeak

47/16/2026

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 Los Poblanos Open Space for birding?
The best months to visit Los Poblanos Open Space for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Los Poblanos Open Space?
Notable species at Los Poblanos Open Space include Canada Goose, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Los Poblanos Open Space?
Birding at Los Poblanos Open Space is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Los Poblanos Open Space?
Los Poblanos Open Space offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.