Saguaro National Park
Arizona · Southwest
Moderate
November-April
$25 per vehicle (7-day pass)
Sunrise to sunset daily; visitor center 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About This Location
Saguaro National Park preserves iconic Sonoran Desert landscapes east and west of Tucson, with towering saguaro cacti that provide nesting habitat for Gila Woodpeckers, Elf Owls, and other desert specialists. The park's elevation range supports diverse bird communities from desert floor to pine forests.
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
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Baird's Sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
Double-crested Cormorant
Nannopterum auritum
Canada Goose
Branta canadensis
Steller's Jay
Cyanocitta stelleri
Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus
Least Bittern
Botaurus exilis
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Brown-crested Flycatcher
Myiarchus tyrannulus
Black Vulture
Coragyps atratus
Black-throated Sparrow
Amphispiza bilineata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Northern Cardinal
Gambel's Quail
White-winged Dove
Mourning Dove
Costa's Hummingbird
Cooper's Hawk
Great Horned Owl
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Brown-crested Flycatcher
Verdin
Cactus Wren
Phainopepla
Hooded Oriole
Black-headed Grosbeak
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Anna's Hummingbird
Turkey Vulture
Gila Woodpecker
American Kestrel
Common Raven
Birding Tips
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The east district (Rincon Mountain) has more elevation and habitat diversity
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Dawn and dusk are the most active times for desert birds
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Visit during spring migration (April-May) for the greatest species diversity
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Winter birding can be rewarding for waterfowl, raptors, and winter finches
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Arrive at dawn for peak bird activity, especially during migration seasons
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
- Tucson
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