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Randall Davey Audubon Center

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Trails: dawn to dusk daily; center: Mon-Sat 9 AM - 4 PM

About This Location

Randall Davey Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Red-naped Sapsucker, Downy Woodpecker, and Northern Flicker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/18/2026Vista Primera neighborhood2 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/18/2026Santa Fe Canyon Preserve1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

4/15/2026Las Campanas - loop to northwest pond1 observed

Lucy's Warbler

Leiothlypis luciae

4/13/2026Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve (Jun - Oct; Fee and Entry through Las Golondrinas)1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

4/11/2026Wildlife Way Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gray Flycatcher

14/19/2026

Plumbeous Vireo

14/19/2026

Mallard

24/19/2026

Mourning Dove

24/19/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

34/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/19/2026

Northern Flicker

24/19/2026

Say's Phoebe

14/19/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

14/19/2026

Common Raven

24/19/2026

Mountain Chickadee

14/19/2026

Juniper Titmouse

24/19/2026

Violet-green Swallow

14/19/2026

Bushtit

24/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/19/2026

American Robin

14/19/2026

House Finch

54/19/2026

Cassin's Finch

34/19/2026

Pine Siskin

104/19/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Randall Davey Audubon Center for birding?
The best months to visit Randall Davey Audubon Center for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Randall Davey Audubon Center?
Notable species at Randall Davey Audubon Center include Red-naped Sapsucker, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay, Common Raven, White-winged Dove, Pygmy Nuthatch, Juniper Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch, Western Bluebird, Canyon Towhee, Bewick's Wren. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Randall Davey Audubon Center?
Birding at Randall Davey Audubon Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Randall Davey Audubon Center?
There is no entrance fee at Randall Davey Audubon Center. Hours: Trails: dawn to dusk daily; center: Mon-Sat 9 AM - 4 PM.
What amenities are available at Randall Davey Audubon Center?
Randall Davey Audubon Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.