Desert birding habitat

Nogales WTP

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Nogales WTP is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

6/2/2026273 camino Panama1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

6/2/2026Heroica de Nogales - Imuris, Heroica Nogales, Sonora, MX (31.226, -110.973)1 observed

Blue-throated Mountain-gem

Lampornis clemenciae

6/2/2026Madera Canyon--Carrie Nation Trail1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

6/1/2026Paton Center for Hummingbirds (Patons' Yard)1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

6/1/2026Madera Canyon--Carrie Nation Trail1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/31/2026374 Gull Ct Rio Rico Az.9 observed

Rose-throated Becard

Pachyramphus aglaiae

5/31/2026Paton Center for Hummingbirds (Patons' Yard)1 observed

Five-striped Sparrow

Amphispizopsis quinquestriata

5/31/2026Rock Corral Canyon1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/31/2026Town of Patagonia1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

5/31/2026Arivaca Lake3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gambel's Quail

16/2/2026

White-winged Dove

46/2/2026

Mourning Dove

16/2/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

26/2/2026

Broad-billed Hummingbird

46/2/2026

Gila Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

26/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/2/2026

Bewick's Wren

36/2/2026

Curve-billed Thrasher

26/2/2026

House Finch

36/2/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

126/2/2026

Black-throated Sparrow

16/2/2026

Canyon Towhee

16/2/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

26/2/2026

Hooded Oriole

26/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

36/2/2026

Lucy's Warbler

46/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

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 Nogales WTP for birding?
The best months to visit Nogales WTP for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Nogales WTP?
Notable species at Nogales WTP include Cactus Wren, Greater Roadrunner, Gambel's Quail, Curve-billed Thrasher, Phainopepla. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Nogales WTP?
Birding at Nogales WTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Nogales WTP?
Nogales WTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.