On Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:04:03 PM MST, Andrew Core (via aznmbirds Mailing List) <aznmbirds...> wrote:
Hello Birders,
This update of Tucson Bird Alliance's Rare BirdAlert for Southeast Arizona was made on April 10, 2026; the next update will be made on April 17. Email your reports to rarebirdalert AT tucsonbirds.org
SEVERAL IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS follow the sightings, includinginformation on temporary closures and rules for access to otherimportant birding areas. Abbreviation "m.ob." = multiple observers. Anasterisk (*) preceding a species name in the list indicates that itmerits careful, full documentation. A pound sign (#) indicates thatbrief corroborating details are warranted. Documentation and photos of review species may be submitted at https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/9F0eC7DqomiyQvP9ju8f1TonQD8?<domain...> A list of review species can be found here: https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/J4ghC8XrpnfQzlJx8F1hQTyaSIu?<domain...>
SPECIES MENTIONED IN THIS REPORT:
#Broad-winged Hawk
#Short-tailed Hawk
#Least Tern
#Buff-collared Nightjar
#Black-capped Gnatcatcher
#Brown Thrasher
#Palm Warbler
#Rufous-capped Warbler
*FLAME-COLORED TANAGER
SIERRA VISTA & the HUACHUCAS
In Miller Canyon a pair of *FLAME-COLORED TANAGERS was reported on 4/10 (Jake Thompson). Last year they were often seen near the old mill. GPS: (31.4112, -110.28177).
ASH CANYON BIRD SANCTUARY: open dawn to dusk EXCEPT Thursday, when open noon to dusk. Parking is limited; please carpool whenever possible. No need to call ahead.
FORT HUACHUCA - access requirements are posted on its official webpage at https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/NuiXCvm6WyF42GBo0hrf4TQVT_x?<domain...> The Visitor Control Center is located at the Van Deman Gate on Hwy 90. The fort is an active military installation and will suspend your driving privileges on Post for 30 days on your first offense for talking or using a cell phone while driving. You MUST use a hands free device. Current entry requirements (subject to change without notice): US citizens must pass a background check and should be prepared to show photo ID for everyone in the vehicle at the entrance, and possibly your vehicle registration and insurance as well. Sometimes, foreign nationals are required to have an approved military escort; contact the base (520.533.7111), or possibly the Sierra Vista Visitor's Bureau (520.417.6960) well in advance. ACCESS NOTE: a REAL ID is required for entry; some state driver's licenses qualify; see https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/56u3Cwn6XzHPA7OXZsLhjTJqXsQ?<domain...> for details.
SANTACRUZ FLATS: Management at the Evergreen Turf Sod Farm has asked birders not to drive into the property (i.e., the 2750 road); birding from perimeter roads (i.e., Tweedy or Pretzer) is still fine.
AVRA VALLEY WRF: Gates open at 8AM and close PROMPTLY at 2PM (do not linger, you will be locked inside). Access subject to change without notice.
GREEN VALLEY WRF: Open 7 AM - 2 PM. Park outside the fence and use the pedestrian gate; stay away from buildings and construction equipment. Access subject to change without notice.
CORONADE TUCSON WRF and NOGALES STP: Closed to entry; some facilities may be viewed from outside the fence.
Andrew Core
SEAZ RBA Compiler - Tucson, AZhttps://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/imqhCxoWYAIB9yGKqtBi0TyTowI?<domain...>
