Over 270 species of birds have been identified thus far on Deseret Land & Livestock (DLL), and it is not uncommon to see over 120 species on a one-day birding trip. DLL wildlife personnel have monitored nesting raptors and sage grouse populations since 1983, and began three Breeding Bird Survey routes (BBS) in 1995 (link to BBS chart). DLL is blessed with abundant and diverse bird populations, and is listed as a Utah Important Bird area by the National Audubon Society and Birdlife International. Having a broad diversity of well-managed habitats, birders can observe a variety of waterfowl and wetland birds on the ranch's streams, ponds and lakes alongside birds of the sagebrush-steppe, as well as higher elevation birds of the aspen and coniferous forests.

Excellent accommodations, natural history and guide services are available from April to September

For more information, contact:

Wild Bird Center
801-525-8400
www.wildbird.com/layton

Link to Bird Watching History Section