River's Edge Natural Area
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
Moderate
June-October
About This Location
River's Edge Natural Area is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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
Cackling Goose
Canada Goose
Mallard
Common Goldeneye
American Coot
Ring-billed Gull
Red-tailed Hawk
White-crowned Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Great Blue Heron
Belted Kingfisher
Northern Flicker
American Robin
Black-capped Chickadee
European Starling
House Finch
Song Sparrow
Rock Pigeon
Birding Tips
- 1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
- 2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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