Morey Wildlife Reserve
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
Challenging
June-October
About This Location
Morey Wildlife Reserve is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Red-tailed Hawk, and Northern Flicker among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
American Barn Owl
Tyto furcata
Say's Phoebe
Sayornis saya
Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus
Western Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus varius
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
American Crow
Black-capped Chickadee
White-breasted Nuthatch
European Starling
American Robin
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Song Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Mallard
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Brown Creeper
Hairy Woodpecker
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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