Birds of the Riparian Preserve
The Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch provides a great opportunity for bird watching. Close to 200 have been sighted and people come from different states and countries to see our beautiful and sometimes rare birds.
One
visiting group commented, "Maybe a time or two we had seen more species
on a three hour bird trip, but never so many birds in combination with a
large variety. We counted 56 species at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve. Some
of the ponds were literally covered with ducks and shorebirds. Come see
for yourself."
View Riparian Preserve Bird List
Current
Reported Sightings
Please let us know
about any special bird sightings during your visit at the Riparian
Preserve.
Bird Walks
Family Bird Walks - Friends
of Audubon Arizona leads groups anytime between 8am - 11am through
a free introductory bird watching experience. Meets at the Riparian Preserve
ramada on the third Saturday of every month from October through April.
Advanced Bird Walks - Our experienced birding docent leads early morning walks for small groups throughout the year. Check the public programs calendar for upcoming dates.
Download a visitor's Preserve map in .pdf format
