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Pagosa Springs Wetland: Home to 193 bird species

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Pagosa Springs Wetland: Home to 193 bird species

Season 2025 Episode 55 | 1m 51s | CC

Once a gravel pit, the Pagosa Springs Wetlands now provide year round habitat for 193 bird species, thanks to warm groundwater and community-led restoration efforts. Local birder Ben Bailey has documented every species, highlighting the area’s rich biodiversity and the value of protecting natural spaces.

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