Box Canyon
Arizona · Southwest
Challenging
October-May
Free
Open daily
About This Location
Box Canyon is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Anna's Hummingbird, Golden Eagle, and Red-tailed Hawk 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
Canvasback
Aythya valisineria
American Goshawk
Astur atricapillus
Blue-throated Mountain-gem
Lampornis clemenciae
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
House Finch (Common)
Haemorhous mexicanus
Berylline Hummingbird
Saucerottia beryllina
Ring-necked Duck
Aythya collaris
Gadwall (Common)
Mareca strepera
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
White-winged Dove
Golden Eagle
Gray Hawk
Western Wood-Pewee
Vermilion Flycatcher
Dusky-capped Flycatcher
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Brown-crested Flycatcher
Cassin's Kingbird
Thick-billed Kingbird
Common Raven
Verdin
Bewick's Wren
House Finch
Lesser Goldfinch
Hooded Oriole
Summer Tanager
Black-headed Grosbeak
Blue Grosbeak
Broad-billed Hummingbird
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.
- 2
Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.
- 3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
- 4
Bird activity peaks at dawn in desert habitats; arrive at first light for the best sightings.
- 5
Hummingbird feeders at nature centers and lodges attract multiple species — visit during late summer for peak diversity.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Santa Rita Lodge
- Madera Canyon
- Florida Canyon
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