Birding Basics

Are you planning a trip or vacation to Arizona to view our wide diversity of wildlife? Perhaps you’re a resident looking to explore more of your state. Prior to starting your adventure, please take a moment to review some important recommendations.
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Elegant Trogon - Jim Burns
Arizona Hiking And Birding

Learn how to make your adventure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Arizona Birding
Knowing more about where to look, how to look and what you are looking for in a given environment can greatly enhance your wildlife watching experience.
Acorn Woodpecker Lois Manowitz

See a few of the bird species that make Arizona a destination for birders. 

Grand Canyon Sunrise
From the desert grasslands of the border region to Alpine forests in the state’s north mountains, Arizona offers a rich mosaic of unique habitats that attract birds and other wildlife year-round.
Hiking In Arizona

Arizona is an explorer’s dream, with places that defy the senses and experiences that create longlasting memories. But travel inevitably has an impact on destinations and their surroundings.

Broad Billed Hummingbird Lois Manowitz

Recommended Resources

Knowing more about where to look, how to look and what you are looking for in a given environment can greatly enhance your wildlife watching experience.