Morgan Lake
New Mexico · Southwest
Moderate
October-May
About This Location
Morgan Lake is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts American Coot, Pied-billed Grebe, and Western Grebe among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.
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
Common Grackle
Quiscalus quiscula
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
American Coot
Pied-billed Grebe
Western Grebe
Clark's Grebe
Osprey
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
White-crowned Sparrow
Sandhill Crane
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Canvasback
Common Raven
Western Bluebird
House Finch
Dark-eyed Junco
Song Sparrow
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.