Desert birding habitat

South Jenkins Avenue

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

South Jenkins Avenue is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Belted Kingfisher among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/21/2026Lake Thunderbird SP--West Sentinel1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

4/20/2026Lake Thunderbird SP--East Sentinel2 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/20/202673135, Oklahoma City US-OK 35.38197, -97.360641 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

4/19/2026Mays Home1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/19/2026Lake Stanley Draper--N. Stanley Draper Dr.1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/17/2026SH-4 N, Blanchard US-OK 35.21136, -97.697991 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

4/17/2026Woodcrest2 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

4/16/2026Lahoma Ave Yard1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/16/2026Home1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/16/2026Lake Stanley Draper--N. Stanley Draper Dr.2 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/14/2026Woodcrest1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

4/12/2026Lake Thunderbird--Alameda Dr. Bridges4 observed

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

4/12/2026Lake Thunderbird--Alameda Dr. Bridges2 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

4/11/2026Lake Thunderbird--Twin Bridges1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/9/20262408 Cimarron Dr, Norman US-OK (35.1855,-97.4048)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

14/20/2026

Killdeer

44/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/20/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

14/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

24/20/2026

American Crow

14/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

24/20/2026

Northern House Wren

14/20/2026

Carolina Wren

14/20/2026

European Starling

84/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

24/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

54/20/2026

American Goldfinch

34/20/2026

Northern Parula

14/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

44/20/2026

Snowy Egret

14/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit South Jenkins Avenue for birding?
The best months to visit South Jenkins Avenue for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at South Jenkins Avenue?
Notable species at South Jenkins Avenue include Mourning Dove, Red-shouldered Hawk, Belted Kingfisher, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at South Jenkins Avenue?
Birding at South Jenkins Avenue is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at South Jenkins Avenue?
South Jenkins Avenue offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.