1. Madera Canyon – Santa Rita Lodge Best time to go: Late spring to early summer (April–June) when migrants are active and birds are breeding. 2. Patagonia‑Sonoita Creek Preserve / Patagonia Lake State Park Tip: Visit during spring or early summer for best diversity; the riparian woodland supports birds during nesting season. 3. Sweetwater Wetlands…
The Curve-billed Thrasher is a striking desert songbird often seen among prickly pear cactus at the Desert Botanical Garden. This oasis in the city is found between Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. Its distinctive curved bill helps it feed on cactus fruit and insects hidden among spines. Visitors can easily spot this grayish-brown bird by its…
A California Condor soaring above Navajo Bridge is unforgettable especially for those first timers. Its wingspan reaches an impressive nine and a half feet making them the largest bird in North America. White patches under its wings shine brightly against the blue Arizona sky, making it the easy identifier vs Turkey Vultures. The condor glides…
The White-winged Dove is common in Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary. It shows gray-brown plumage with white wing patches running from the shoulder down to the start of the primaries. The bill is dark and slightly curved at the tip. The eyes are bright orange with a blue orbital ring. This species feeds on seeds, fruit,…
The Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher in Ramsey Canyon Reserve is a striking summer visitor, bringing tropical flair to Arizona’s sky islands. Bold streaks cover its pale yellow breast while a rusty tail flashes as it flits between sycamores. This bird nests in tree cavities, often choosing large sycamores that dominate canyon habitats. Its range stretches from the…
While birding the south, we were lucky to see the Lucifer Hummingbird in Arizona, a species with a limited U.S. range. The Lucifer Hummingbird ranges from northern Mexico into southern Arizona, where birders can spot it during summer visits. At Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary in the Huachuca Mountains, this dazzling hummingbird joins an incredible lineup…
At Desert Meadows Park in Green Valley Arizona, the Vermilion Flycatcher (Pyrocephalus rubinus) stands out with its brilliant red plumage. The vivid coloring contrasts against the muted tones of the desert landscape when they are not in a park setting. This small member of the tyrant flycatcher family is most often seen perched low. It…
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