Desert birding habitat

Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 274 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/14/2026Rimrock House1 observed

Costa's Hummingbird

Calypte costae

7/14/2026Backyard Birding Sedona (private)1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

7/12/2026Page Springs Fish Hatchery--Bubbling Ponds Preserve7 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

7/9/2026Mingus Mountain: Upper Haywood Canyon1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Osprey

17/20/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

17/20/2026

Wood Duck

97/20/2026

Ring-necked Duck

27/20/2026

Mourning Dove

57/20/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/20/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Gila Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Black Phoebe

27/20/2026

Verdin

17/20/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

17/20/2026

Song Sparrow

27/20/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

17/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/20/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

47/20/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/20/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/20/2026

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 Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve?
Notable species at Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve include Cinnamon Teal, American Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Lesser Scaup. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve?
Birding at Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve?
Page Springs Fish Hatchery - Bubbling Ponds Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.