Wetland birding habitat

Teal Ridge Wetland

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
WetlandMountain
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Teal Ridge Wetland is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and mountain habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, and Carolina Wren 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

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

6/19/2026Sanborn Lake1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/19/202668th St. Ravine1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

6/18/2026Meridian Technology Center Pond1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

6/18/2026Meridian Technology Center Pond1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

6/18/2026Lake Carl Blackwell1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

6/17/2026Boomer Lake Park1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

6/14/2026Lake Carl Blackwell2 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

6/14/2026Lake Carl Blackwell2 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

6/6/2026Boomer Lake Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

26/18/2026

Little Blue Heron

16/18/2026

Great Egret

26/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/18/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

26/18/2026

American Crow

16/18/2026

Carolina Wren

16/18/2026

European Starling

36/18/2026

Eastern Bluebird

16/18/2026

House Sparrow

36/18/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

36/18/2026

Common Grackle

26/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/18/2026

Blue Grosbeak

16/18/2026

Indigo Bunting

16/18/2026

Mallard

16/11/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

26/11/2026

Western Kingbird

26/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Teal Ridge Wetland for birding?
The best months to visit Teal Ridge Wetland for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Teal Ridge Wetland?
Notable species at Teal Ridge Wetland include Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, Carolina Wren, Eastern Bluebird, House Sparrow. The area supports wetland, mountain habitats.
How difficult is birding at Teal Ridge Wetland?
Birding at Teal Ridge Wetland is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Teal Ridge Wetland?
Teal Ridge Wetland offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.