Riggs and Price Rds. ponds

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Riggs and Price Rds. ponds is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/5/2026Papago Park1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Higley and Ocotillo Rds. ponds1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/5/2026Higley and Ocotillo Rds. ponds1 observed

Eurasian x African Collared-Dove (hybrid)

Streptopelia decaocto x roseogrisea

3/4/2026Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/4/2026Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/2/202616638 Yard List1 observed

American Coot (White-shielded)

Fulica americana

3/1/2026Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/1/2026Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/28/2026Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/2/2026

American Wigeon

603/2/2026

Mallard

33/2/2026

Ring-necked Duck

63/2/2026

Gambel's Quail

143/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

503/2/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

63/2/2026

Mourning Dove

403/2/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/2/2026

Killdeer

353/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/2/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

303/2/2026

Snowy Egret

13/2/2026

Great Egret

23/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/2/2026

Northern Harrier

13/2/2026

Bald Eagle

23/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/2/2026

Ferruginous Hawk

13/2/2026

Gila Woodpecker

33/2/2026

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 Riggs and Price Rds. ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Riggs and Price Rds. ponds for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Riggs and Price Rds. ponds?
Notable species at Riggs and Price Rds. ponds include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Gambel's Quail. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Riggs and Price Rds. ponds?
Birding at Riggs and Price Rds. ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Riggs and Price Rds. ponds?
Riggs and Price Rds. ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.