New Mexico Birders Reminded to Submit Second Quarterly Big Year Updates by June 30

The statewide contest challenges participants to observe and identify as many bird species as possible throughout the year, highlighting New Mexico’s remarkable diversity of habitats and birdlife.

Source: N.M. Department of Wildlife,
Photos: Courtesy N.M. Department of Wildlife, U.S. Department of the Interior (via Facebook)

Bird enthusiasts participating in the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish’s Birding Big Year Contest are encouraged to submit their second quarterly updates before the end of the month.

Two juvenile mountain bluebirds are enjoying a sunny afternoon at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. These powder-blue birds add delightful songs and exquisite beauty to the landscapes of the continent’s western half, including the Rocky Mountains. Photo by A. Schonlau / NPS

The statewide contest challenges participants to observe and identify as many bird species as possible throughout the year, highlighting New Mexico’s remarkable diversity of habitats and birdlife. From desert grasslands and mountain forests to wetlands along the Rio Grande, the state offers birders opportunities to spot hundreds of species across all seasons.

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Contest participants can submit their second quarterly update by visiting the Birding Big Year website and selecting the “Second Quarterly Update” link. Birders need only enter their current total number of species observed; a detailed species list is not required.

Updates must be submitted by June 30.

The Department of Game and Fish will announce current contest leaders through its social media channels and on the Birding Big Year website, allowing participants to see how they stack up against fellow birders from around the state.

Whether tracking backyard visitors, exploring local trails or venturing into some of New Mexico’s most scenic landscapes, birders continue to play an important role in fostering appreciation for the state’s wildlife and natural resources.

Participants who have been keeping their lists up to date are encouraged not to miss the quarterly reporting deadline as the race for this year’s Birding Big Year title continues.