Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge Hummingbird Guide
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Overview
In the far north of the Idaho Panhandle, Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge protects a spectacular reach of the Kootenai River valley against a backdrop of the Selkirk Mountains. The refuge's mosaic of wetlands, meadows, and shrub habitats supports 220 documented bird species, including three regularly occurring hummingbird species: Rufous, Calliope, and Black-chinned. The auto tour route makes the refuge highly accessible, and BirdWatching Daily magazine has recognized Kootenai as one of the notable western birding hotspots. For visitors making their way through the Idaho Panhandle, this northern Idaho refuge offers an evocative combination of mountain landscape photography and quality hummingbird encounters in a remote, peaceful setting.
Hummingbirds to Watch For
- • Rufous
- • Calliope
- • Black-chinned
Best Time to Visit
Plan your visit during May, June, July, August for the highest chance of hummingbird sightings. Early morning and late afternoon are typically the most active feeding times.
Plants and Habitat
- • Kootenai River riparian wetlands
- • wildflower meadows
- • diverse shrub habitats
- • 220 species of birds documented
Nectar feeders are present at this location.
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Nationally recognized birding refuge with documented three-species hummingbird activity; part of the Idaho Birding Trail.
Visitor Notes
Free; open daily dawn to dusk; auto tour route; Idaho Birding Trail site; ADA accessible at headquarters; visitor center and refuge office on weekday business hours
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