From wetlands and desert to agricultural fields and the Colorado River. Yuma is home to an incredible diversity of birds and habitats.
Yuma Audubon Society is a local chapter of the National Audubon Society dedicated to fostering appreciation, education, and conservation of birds in the Yuma area.
We welcome birders and nature enthusiasts of all experience levels, whether you're a local resident or just visiting Yuma.
Join us for field trips, bird walks, guest speaker presentations, and community events throughout the season. Many of our activities are beginner-friendly and focus on enjoying nature together while learning about the birds and habitats of southwestern Arizona.
Wednesday morning bird walks at the East Wetlands Park
Seasonal field trips to nearby state parks and wildlife refuges
Monthly meetings featuring guest speakers
Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count
Catch up on what exciting species our members have been spotting around Yuma and beyond.
Yuma sits at the crossroads of desert, river, wetlands, farmland, and mountain habitats, making it one of the most unique birding regions in the Southwest.
Around 400 bird species have been recorded in the area, including migratory shorebirds, desert specialists, waterfowl, raptors, and the endangered Yuma Ridgway’s Rail.
Looking for places to bird or just getting started?
Explore local birding hotspots, migration information, beginner resources, and helpful info for birders of all experience levels.
Yuma Audubon Society has supported projects including bird monitoring, habitat restoration, nest box installation, educational programs, and community partnerships throughout the region.
Yuma Audubon Society is powered by volunteers and community support. Donations and memberships help us continue offering field trips, local birding programs, educational outreach, community events, and conservation efforts in our region. Our members gain opportunities to learn, explore, and connect with a welcoming community of bird and nature enthusiasts. Seriously, they are the kindest and most joyous people to be around!
Email our president at yaspresident@yahoo.com.
Join our Facebook Group to contact us or to see photos and species reports from our community members.