Desert birding habitat

Yuma East Wetlands

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Yuma East Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mallard, Gambel's Quail, and Eurasian Collared-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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

4/14/2026Tumco5 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

4/14/2026Tumco1 observed

Black-throated Sparrow

Amphispiza bilineata

4/14/202692283, Winterhaven US-CA 32.85503, -114.835153 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

4/13/2026Haus von Detwiler1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

4/13/2026Gila River--S Ave 20 E Crossing2 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

4/12/2026Haus von Detwiler1 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

4/12/2026Haus von Detwiler1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

4/12/2026Xanyō Xamshré7 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/12/2026Haus von Detwiler1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/11/2026Sitio de Reforestacion Miguel Aleman1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

4/11/2026Sitio de Reforestacion Miguel Aleman1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

24/8/2026

Gambel's Quail

64/8/2026

Rock Pigeon

34/8/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/8/2026

White-winged Dove

14/8/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

14/8/2026

Ridgway's Rail

14/8/2026

American Coot

24/8/2026

Snowy Egret

24/8/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

64/8/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/8/2026

Osprey

14/8/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/8/2026

Gila Woodpecker

24/8/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

14/8/2026

Black Phoebe

14/8/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

24/8/2026

Western Kingbird

14/8/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

14/8/2026

Verdin

64/8/2026

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 Yuma East Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Yuma East Wetlands for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Yuma East Wetlands?
Notable species at Yuma East Wetlands include Mallard, Gambel's Quail, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Greater Roadrunner. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Yuma East Wetlands?
Birding at Yuma East Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Yuma East Wetlands?
Yuma East Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.