Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road

Arizona · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, and White-winged Dove among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mallard Eurasian Collared-Dove White-winged Dove Mourning Dove Sharp-shinned Hawk

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Anna's x Costa's Hummingbird (hybrid)

Calypte anna x costae

5/30/2026Blenman-Elm Yard1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/30/2026Alder Canyon1 observed

Rufous-crowned Sparrow

Aimophila ruficeps

5/30/2026Pima Canyon Trail--Kimball Saddle to Mt Kimball summit path1 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/30/2026Pima Canyon Trail--Kimball Saddle to Mt Kimball summit path1 observed

Virginia's Warbler

Leiothlypis virginiae

5/30/2026Sweetwater Wetlands1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/30/2026Sweetwater Wetlands1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/30/2026Sweetwater Wetlands1 observed

Northern Pygmy-Owl (Mountain)

Glaucidium gnoma

5/30/2026Finger Rock Trail--Segment 5, Pine patch To Kimball Saddle1 observed

Vaux's Swift

Chaetura vauxi

5/30/2026Sabino Canyon Recreation Area4 observed

Gray Vireo

Vireo vicinior

5/30/2026Mt. Lemmon--Molino Basin1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/30/2026Sweetwater Wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Nighthawk

25/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

35/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

15/30/2026

House Finch

15/30/2026

White-winged Dove

105/30/2026

White-throated Swift

15/30/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Broad-billed Hummingbird

25/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Gila Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

35/30/2026

Verdin

15/30/2026

House Sparrow

35/30/2026

Black-throated Sparrow

35/30/2026

Hooded Oriole

15/30/2026

Lucy's Warbler

15/30/2026

Gambel's Quail

25/30/2026

Common Poorwill

55/30/2026

Great Horned Owl

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road?▼

Notable species at Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road include Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Sharp-shinned Hawk. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road?▼

Birding at Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road?▼

Tanque Verde Wash - Tanque Verde Loop Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.