Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts American Coot, Gambel's Quail, 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/5/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

3/1/2026Hwy 2862 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

2/27/2026Arivaca Lake5 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk (elegans)

Buteo lineatus

2/26/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

2/26/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

2/21/2026Arivaca Lake3 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

2/21/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

43/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

Lark Sparrow

23/5/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

43/5/2026

Vesper Sparrow

33/5/2026

Western Meadowlark

13/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

53/5/2026

American Coot

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake?
Notable species at Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake include American Coot, Gambel's Quail, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Ladder-backed Woodpecker. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake?
Birding at Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake?
Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge - Aguirre Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.