Wild Birds of the Grand Canyon

There are 355 species of birds identified by the National Park Service living in the vicinity of the Grand Canyon. The bird population consists of migrant birds as well as non-migratory birds.

Grand Canyon

Habitat

The National Park Service states that of the 355 birds found in the Grand Canyon region, 250 species are found in the Colorado River corridor.

Waterfowl

Numerous waterfowl winter in the Grand Canyon area between Lees Ferry and Soap Creek. The Park Service indicates that the population is regularly reported at 136 ducks per mile.

Endangered Birds

There are several species of endangered birds at the Grand Canyon. These birds include the peregrine falcon, bald eagle and willow flycatcher.

Desert Dwellers

There are many birds, about 30 species, that live in the desert and cliff regions of the Grand Canyon. These birds include the peregrine falcon, California condor and desert swifts.

Forest Birds

According to the National Park Service, there are 90 species of birds that dwell in the forests. Fifty-one species of these birds occupy the forest only during the summertime. This includes 15 species of neotropical birds. Goshawks and spotted owls are two species that reside in these coniferous forests.

References

• Grand Canyon National Park Wildlife
• National Park Service