Scottsdale Community College
Located at the center of campus, Two Waters Circle is a lushly planted representation of a riparian zone that draws in many species of birds. The Wildlife Demonstration Gardens continue northward around the NS building, and a breeding population of burrowing owls can be found at the northeast end of campus (parking lot J, accessible access). Please respect the owls’ habitat and do not cross over the rope barrier. Students track the owl populations on campus, and assist with the construction and maintenance of artificial burrows. They also routinely monitor the bird species (122 and counting) and participate in research projects.
The Center for Native and Urban Wildlife maintains the wildlife gardens and owl habitat. During normal business hours you may be able to visit the CNUW nature center that displays living Arizona wildlife.
The campus map https://www.scottsdalecc.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Maricopa
Directions:
Latitude: 33.511499
Longitude: -111.882413
Operational Hours: Other
Other Operational Hours: Daily from 6:00am to 11:00pm
Admission or Fees: None
Habitats: Desert, Urban or Suburban park
Know Before You Go
The campus is open to the public although access to certain building may vary with class schedules. Bathrooms on the south side of the LC building are always open (parking lot H access).
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Gilded Flicker
Charismatic: American Kestrel, Burrowing Owl, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gambel’s Quail, Gila Woodpecker, Lesser Goldfinch, Verdin, Western Kingbird, Yellow-headed Blackbird
Contact Information
Scottsdale Community College
Maricopa County Community Colleges
9000 East Chaparral Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Phone: 480-423-6000
Website: https://www.scottsdalecc.edu
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L387263
Additional Resources: Hummingbird Cam
Center for Native and Urban Wildlife
