Audubon Southwest

Greater Roadrunner. Photo: Mick Thompson

Audubon Southwest is a regional office of the National Audubon Society, covering Arizona and New Mexico.

Audubon protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Our Work

Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary

Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary

The Rio Salado Audubon Center, a rusted crimson building nestled amidst blooming desert foliage in Phoenix, Arizona.

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Photo: Luke Franke/Audubon

The Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch, a tan building in the middle of a grass and scrubland in southern Arizona.

The Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch in Elgin, Arizona. Photo: Corey Lycopolus/Audubon

Recent News

Bird of the Month: The Black Phoebe
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Bird of the Month: The Black Phoebe

Often found perched on low branches or rocks close to the water, the Black Phoebe (Sayornis nigricans) is a flycatcher brimming with personality

Lands, Water and Wildlife Day at the New Mexico Capitol
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Lands, Water and Wildlife Day at the New Mexico Capitol

Audubon and partners engage at the state legislature to advocate for protections for water and wildlife

Bird Surveys in the Isleta Reach
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Bird Surveys in the Isleta Reach

Updates from the Isleta Reach Bosque Birds Beckon Birders

Bird of the Month: The American White Pelican
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Bird of the Month: The American White Pelican

Now is a great time to spot this bird in Arizona and New Mexico

2025 New Mexico Legislative Session Begins
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2025 New Mexico Legislative Session Begins

Audubon priorities include Game and Fish Department Updates, Water Legislation

Bird of the Month: Pinyon Jay
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Bird of the Month: Pinyon Jay

The “Blue Crow” trailed behind the Burrowing Owl during the 2024 Audubon Southwest Bird of the Year contest

Audubon Southwest Year in Review
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Audubon Southwest Year in Review

Your support helped us achieve great things in 2024

Curious About Christmas Bird Counts?
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Curious About Christmas Bird Counts?

Join us from December 15, 2024 to January 5, 2025

Conservation Priorities for Renewable Energy and Transmission in Arizona
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Conservation Priorities for Renewable Energy and Transmission in Arizona

Proactively incorporating wildlife and communities into project siting and design. 

How you can help, right now