Creston Wetland
Montana · Rocky Mountains
Moderate
June-October
About This Location
Creston Wetland is a productive birding destination in Montana, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, 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
Spotted Towhee
Pipilo maculatus
Eurasian Wigeon
Mareca penelope
Harlequin Duck
Histrionicus histrionicus
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
Iceland Gull
Larus glaucoides
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
American Wigeon
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Green-winged Teal
Canvasback
Redhead
Ring-necked Duck
Greater Scaup
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Red-breasted Merganser
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Killdeer
Ring-billed Gull
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
Black-capped Chickadee
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.