Desert birding habitat

Base and Meridian WA

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Base and Meridian WA is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, and Gambel's Quail among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

7/21/2026Glendale Recharge Ponds1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

7/21/2026Base and Meridian WA1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

7/20/2026Glendale Recharge Ponds1 observed

Indian Peafowl (Domestic type)

Pavo cristatus

7/19/2026Sahuaro Ranch Park1 observed

Gray Hawk

Buteo plagiatus

7/19/2026Rio Vista Community Park/Riparian Area1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/19/2026Glendale Recharge Ponds1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

7/18/2026Rio Vista Community Park/Riparian Area1 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

7/18/2026Rio Vista Community Park/Riparian Area1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/15/2026Glendale Recharge Ponds1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/14/2026Glendale Recharge Ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

27/21/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

47/21/2026

White-winged Dove

7/21/2026

Mourning Dove

7/21/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/21/2026

Killdeer

7/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

67/21/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/21/2026

Green Heron

17/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/21/2026

Gila Woodpecker

37/21/2026

Black Phoebe

37/21/2026

Say's Phoebe

27/21/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

27/21/2026

Western Kingbird

27/21/2026

Common Raven

17/21/2026

Verdin

37/21/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

27/21/2026

European Starling

47/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Base and Meridian WA for birding?
The best months to visit Base and Meridian WA for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Base and Meridian WA?
Notable species at Base and Meridian WA include Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, Gambel's Quail, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Base and Meridian WA?
Birding at Base and Meridian WA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Base and Meridian WA?
Base and Meridian WA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.