Where to Bird in Southeast Arizona

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Printed Map Available

A printed version of this map was produced by Tucson Audubon Society and Tucson Parks and Recreation Department with a grant from the Arizona Game and Fish Department Heritage Fund, and with additional funds from Tucson Parks and Recreation Department. It is now available at the Tucson Audubon Nature Shops, Tucson Parks and Recreation sites other sites.

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Accessible Tucson Birding Locations

Find a list of birding sites near Tucson that are easily accessed by those with mobility issues.

Southeast Arizona Bird Walks

Find bird walks throughout Tucson and southeast Arizona at some of the best hotspots in the region!

Birding Southeast Arizona App

Developed in partnership with Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory and the Tucson Audubon Society, “Birding Southeast Arizona” brings the details of over 130 birding sites in Tucson and beyond to your smartphone. This is a great interactive companion to our Finding Birds in Southeast Arizona book!

Search all sites for a “target bird,” and find the nearest location
Automatically find birding “sites near me” and get map directions
View details and a list of commonly seen species at each site
Plan your next trip by searching for sites near a city or ZIP code
Access Audubon’s online bird guide for quick reference in the field
Tag your favorite spots and share bird-finding maps with your friends
Track and log your sightings and share custom sighting maps with your friends

Just download “Birding Southeast Arizona” ($9.99 for iOS or $7.99 for Android), grab your binoculars and car keys, and go!

Important resources to help you plan a trip to southeast Arizona:

Check out our online Tucson Birding Trail Map at tucsonaudubon.org/tucsonbirdtrail. Find info on 45 birding locations in and around Tucson, separated by habitat type! Pick up a FREE printed copy at our Nature Shops.
Look for an upcoming free Tucson Audubon field trip
Check the Southeast Arizona Rare Bird Alert
Accessible Tucson birding locations
Explore Tucson area birding month by month
Learn tips for safe desert birding

Birding Southeast Arizona App

A great interactive companion to our Finding Birds in Southeast Arizona, our new app covers over 130 birding sites in six subregions in and around Tucson, all vetted by local experts. Search by nearest site, by bird, or by city and get exact directions! Keep track of your sightings and share with friends on Facebook.

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Finding Birds in Southeast Arizona

Revised 8th Edition, 2015
Tucson Audubon’s updated edition brings together all the latest information on finding birds in southeast Arizona. This is your best source of detailed information that will help in planning bird watching adventures in the region.

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Sweetwater Wetlands

Sweetwater Wetlands is a gem of urban bird and wildlife activity right in urban Tucson. 306 bird species have been documented here. Join our weekly bird walks on Wednesdays and see what you can find!

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