Birding In And Around Amado Territory Inn
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Nestled in the heat of Southern Arizona's migratory bird flyway, Amado Territory Ranch is situated on 17 acres of lush riparian habitat, set against the beautiful backdrop of the Santa Rita Mountains. In close proximity to birding destinations such as Madera Canyon and Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, the Ranch is a unique year-round birding destination where species such as the Vermillion Flycatcher, Broad-Billed Rufous Hummingbird, Lesser Nighthawk, Coopers Hawk, Northern Cardinal, and Red-Naped Sapsucker can be spotted. Enjoy the fresh valley air as you explore the gorgeous garden areas that are vibrant with blossoming flowers, and alive with chirping birds, butterflies, and even a bustling squirrel or two. 

Click here for the Amado Territory Ranch Bird List
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Visit these Southern Arizona Birding Destinations that surround Amado Territory Ranch
Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge: Features over 118,000 acres of habitat for threatened and endangered plants and animals, and is home to over 325 bird species. The semi-desert grassland supports the reintroduction of masked bobwhite quail and pronghorns, and the wetland areas along Arivaca Cienega and Creek attract and abundance of birds. For more information about Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, click here.



Madera Canyon: Madera Canyon is a world-renowned location for birding. It is a resting location for migrating species and boasts an extensive trail system of the Santa Rita Mountains. Sitting at an elevation just over 5000 Feet, Madera Canyon has cooler summer temperatures and is a year-round destination. For more information on Madera Canyon, please click here.




Patagonia Lake State Park: Covering two and a half miles in length and 250 surface acres, Patagonia Lake is a popular birding area. For more information on Patagonia Lake State Park, click here.



Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve: A haven for birders with trails running along perennial streams, this Nature Conservancy Preserve is best known for the 300 bird species observed there including the gray hawk, green kingfisher, thick-billed kingbird, northern beardless-tyrannulet, and violet-crowned hummingbird. For more details on Patagoinia-Sonoita Creek Preserve, click here.

Sonoita Creek State Natural Area: Located in a transitional zone between the Sonoran Desert and the Chihuahuan Desert, Sonoita Creek State Natural Area features seven distinct vegetative communities ranging from semi-desert grasslands to riparian deciduous forests. Over 275 resident and migratory bird species inhabit the area including eastern, western, and accidental Mexican species such as the Elegant Trogon, Rufous-backed Robin, and the Black-capped Gnatcatcher. For more information about Sonoita Creek State Natural Area, please click here.