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Description
Parque Ecológico de Xochimilco was created from cornfields 20 years ago. It comprises a big shallow lake, rough grassland, tree‑lined canals and ponds. Close to the visitor centre the park is landscaped and manicured to appeal to leisure visitors, but it has been left to grow wild further out. Almost 300 species of birds have been observed in the park, with more than 100 regularly recorded.
Six species of heron are present most of the year. In winter, the lake hosts varying numbers of northern waders, ducks and a small population of American White Pelican. Other species of wader occur on spring and autumn passage, notably Baird's Sandpiper and Wilson's Phalarope. Resident passerines include Cassin's Kingbird, Vermilion Flycatcher, Curve-billed Thrasher, Loggerhead Shrike, Song Sparrow and Canyon Towhee. Other birds that can be spotted include Belted Kingfisher, Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Grey Silky-flycatcher, grackles, hummingbirds, birds of prey and 15 species of ducks.
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Parque Ecológico de Xochimilco is located about 23 km south of the historic center of Mexico City, adjacent to the Periférico, 11 km east of its intersection with Avenida Insurgentes. The address of Parque Ecológico de Xochimilco is Anillo Periférico 1, Xochimilco, Mexico City, 16050. Just outside the gate to the reserve is a bus stop (Marked 1 on the map) and a large parking. Press P on the map for directions to the parking. The park is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There is a small entrance charge. The circular walking route indicated on the map is about 4 km.