Tucson Audubon Society

The Sonoran and Chihuahuan desert habitats of Southeast Arizona are difficult areas to survive in for all plants and animals, including humans! Get the most out of your visit here and avoid the desert's pitfalls by taking a few easy precautions.

The first birding visit
If you are coming to southeast Arizona for the first time, it is helpful to become acquainted with the common birds and habitats. You could begin in the Tucson area.

Southeast Arizona has a great variety of habitats encompassing everything from lower elevation Colorado River Sonoran desert up to sub-alpine forests at the tops of our "Sky Island" mountain chains. Because of this variety, birders (and birds!) can enjoy near-perfect weather throughout the year.

The Tucson region includes and is surrounded by a multitude of great birding spots. Here are just a few of the highlights: