Wheat Ridge Greenbelt
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
Challenging
June-October
About This Location
Wheat Ridge Greenbelt is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This mountain habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, 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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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
Pacific Wren
Troglodytes pacificus
Winter Wren
Troglodytes hiemalis
Dunlin
Calidris alpina
Surf Scoter
Melanitta perspicillata
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
Western Bluebird
Sialia mexicana
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Hooded Merganser
Mourning Dove
Ring-billed Gull
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
Red-tailed Hawk
Belted Kingfisher
Northern Flicker
Black-billed Magpie
Black-capped Chickadee
European Starling
American Robin
House Finch
White-crowned Sparrow
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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