See page 1 and page 2 . Best Birding In spring and fall, Montezuma is best known for migrating waterfowl. Migrant Snow Goose numbers in Spring are estimated at 100,000. In late Summer and early fall, shorebird habitat is managed. Winter is the slowest period since the shallow pools freeze early, but still may be worthwhile.
Summer offers breeding species.
Regular Specialties Waterfowl Montezuma is an excellent place to view waterfowl. The spring and fall bring great numbers of ducks and geese to the refuge, and winter brings Tundra Swans and other hardy fowl to the refuge. In fact, two nests were active on the refuge in 1994 and juveniles have fledged in 1995 as well. One eagle nest can still be seen from the observation tower at Tschache. Osprey Montezuma is home to several pairs of Osprey.