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

Hands on STEAM learning at Rio Salado (+3 free activities!)
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Hands on STEAM learning at Rio Salado (+3 free activities!)

Hands-on and outdoor learning is the heart of our educational programs at Audubon Southwest. We combine learning about conservation and science, with hands-on, activities and exploration that engage students’ minds and peak their curiosity. Whether it’s using binoculars and microscopes to observe wildlife in the schoolyard, or arts and crafts that explore phenomena of the natural world at the Rio Salado habitat, kids (and adults!) learn best when their hands, bodies, and brains are moving.

2024 New Mexico Legislative Session
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2024 New Mexico Legislative Session

Success for Conservation

Bird of the Month: Rock Wren (Salpinctes obsoletus)
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Bird of the Month: Rock Wren (Salpinctes obsoletus)

Rock Wrens are remarkable singers that can have a song repertoire consisting of over 100 song types, many of which appear to be learned from their neighbors.

Bird of the Month: Lucy’s Warbler (Oreothlypis luciae)
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Bird of the Month: Lucy’s Warbler (Oreothlypis luciae)

Lucy’s Warblers are small, desert-dwelling warblers found in the Southwestern United States. These warblers have historically found their stronghold in dense, lowland riparian mesquite bosques, which can be some of the hottest places in the country.

New Mexico legislative session could bring millions to conservation efforts
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New Mexico legislative session could bring millions to conservation efforts

The Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund would provide support toward the preservation of New Mexico land, water, and bird populations.

The Great Backyard Bird Count
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The Great Backyard Bird Count

February 16-19, 2024

Western Yellow-Billed Cuckoo Survey Training, June 20-21, 2024
Get Involved

Western Yellow-Billed Cuckoo Survey Training, June 20-21, 2024

Registration is open and space is limited, so grab your spot today!

Audubon Southwest Year in Review
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Audubon Southwest Year in Review

Your support helped us achieve great things in 2023

Which Winter Bird Are YOU?
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Which Winter Bird Are YOU?

Learn more about the Christmas Bird Count!

How you can help, right now