Desert birding habitat

Oasis State Park

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Oasis State Park is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, House Finch, and Northern Harrier 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/24/2026Hillcrest Park5 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/21/2026Roosevelt Rd. 1 Treelot1 observed

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

5/21/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/21/2026Clovis WTP1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

5/21/2026Clovis WTP8 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

5/17/2026Dennis Chavez Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

5/17/2026Hillcrest Park2 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

5/14/2026Rd 8 Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

45/18/2026

Mallard

25/18/2026

Northern Bobwhite

35/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

125/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

35/18/2026

Mourning Dove

105/18/2026

Killdeer

15/18/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

15/18/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/18/2026

Western Kingbird

185/18/2026

Barn Swallow

15/18/2026

Curve-billed Thrasher

15/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

35/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/18/2026

House Sparrow

225/18/2026

House Finch

15/18/2026

Cassin's Sparrow

25/18/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

15/18/2026

Lincoln's Sparrow

15/18/2026

Bullock's Oriole

105/18/2026

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 Oasis State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Oasis State Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Oasis State Park?
Notable species at Oasis State Park include Eurasian Collared-Dove, House Finch, Northern Harrier, American Kestrel, Chihuahuan Raven. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oasis State Park?
Birding at Oasis State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Oasis State Park?
Oasis State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.