Forest birding habitat

Bell County - Witter Lane

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bell County - Witter Lane is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

4/16/2026Stillhouse Hollow Lake--Union Grove Park1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/12/2026Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Dana Peak Park (PPW-W 036)1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

4/12/2026Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Dana Peak Park (PPW-W 036)1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

4/10/2026Belton Lake--Temple Lake Park1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

4/10/2026Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove WMA2 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

4/8/2026Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove WMA1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

4/8/2026Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Union Grove WMA1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

4/8/2026Fort Cavazos--East Range South (Restricted Access)1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

4/7/2026Fort Cavazos--East Range North (Bell Co.)(Restricted Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

334/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/15/2026

American Wigeon

14/15/2026

Mallard

44/15/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/15/2026

White-winged Dove

104/15/2026

Mourning Dove

124/15/2026

Black-necked Stilt

24/15/2026

American Golden-Plover

14/15/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/15/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

34/15/2026

Great Egret

14/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/15/2026

Black Vulture

54/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/15/2026

Crested Caracara

14/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bell County - Witter Lane for birding?
The best months to visit Bell County - Witter Lane for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bell County - Witter Lane?
Notable species at Bell County - Witter Lane include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bell County - Witter Lane?
Birding at Bell County - Witter Lane is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bell County - Witter Lane?
Bell County - Witter Lane offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.