National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Green-winged Teal among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/5/2026Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Magdalena US-NM 33.80782, -106.883132 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/4/2026Bosque del Apache NWR--Main 2-Way Road (East-West)2 observed

White-throated Swift

Aeronautes saxatalis

2/25/2026New Mexico Tech--Fine Arts Fishing Pond1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

2/25/2026Turtle Bay Park and New Mexico Tech campus1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

352/24/2026

Mallard

62/24/2026

Green-winged Teal

152/24/2026

Greater Roadrunner

12/24/2026

Killdeer

62/24/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

12/24/2026

Northern Harrier

12/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

22/24/2026

Prairie Falcon

12/24/2026

Chihuahuan Raven

12/24/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

32/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

502/24/2026

Sandhill Crane

412/22/2026

Rock Pigeon

2/21/2026

Mourning Dove

2/21/2026

Ferruginous Hawk

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

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    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

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    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary for birding?
The best months to visit National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary?
Notable species at National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary include Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Greater Roadrunner, Killdeer. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary?
Birding at National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary?
National Monument-1 - San Antonio to Bosque del Apache Boundary offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.