Desert birding habitat

Solar Power & Water Ponds

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Solar Power & Water Ponds is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Gadwall, and Green-winged Teal 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

5/25/2026I-8 E, Wellton US-AZ 32.67891, -114.034602 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gambel's Quail

85/24/2026

White-winged Dove

5/24/2026

Mourning Dove

25/24/2026

Ridgway's Rail

15/24/2026

Common Gallinule

45/24/2026

Black-necked Stilt

465/24/2026

Killdeer

15/24/2026

Green Heron

35/24/2026

Great Egret

35/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/24/2026

Willow Flycatcher

35/24/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

15/24/2026

Cliff Swallow

255/24/2026

Song Sparrow

35/24/2026

Abert's Towhee

25/24/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

15/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/24/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

35/24/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

35/24/2026

Common Yellowthroat

35/24/2026

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 Solar Power & Water Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Solar Power & Water Ponds for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Solar Power & Water Ponds?
Notable species at Solar Power & Water Ponds include Cinnamon Teal, Gadwall, Green-winged Teal, Redhead, Lesser Scaup. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Solar Power & Water Ponds?
Birding at Solar Power & Water Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Solar Power & Water Ponds?
Solar Power & Water Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.