Big Bend National Park
Texas · Southwest
Challenging
April-May
$30 per vehicle (7-day pass)
Open 24 hours
About This Location
Big Bend National Park encompasses a vast and remote desert landscape along the Rio Grande in far west Texas. The Chisos Mountains rise from the Chihuahuan Desert, creating sky island habitats where the Colima Warbler breeds at its only US location.
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
Common Ground Dove
Columbina passerina
Least Grebe
Tachybaptus dominicus
Yellow-throated Warbler
Setophaga dominica
Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus
Couch's Kingbird
Tyrannus couchii
Yellow-throated Vireo
Vireo flavifrons
Great Crested Flycatcher
Myiarchus crinitus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Wood Duck
Scott's Oriole
Rock Wren
White-winged Dove
Greater Roadrunner
Turkey Vulture
Say's Phoebe
Bell's Vireo
Mexican Jay
Cactus Wren
Northern Mockingbird
Black-throated Sparrow
Canyon Towhee
Rufous-crowned Sparrow
Northern Cardinal
Zone-tailed Hawk
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Gray Hawk
Golden-fronted Woodpecker
Vermilion Flycatcher
Birding Tips
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Hike the Pinnacles Trail to Boot Canyon for Colima Warbler
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The Rio Grande Village area has excellent riparian birding
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Visit during spring migration (April-May) for the greatest species diversity
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Arrive at dawn for peak bird activity, especially during migration seasons
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Listen for woodpecker drumming and warbler songs before scanning the canopy
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Terlingua Ghost Town
- Big Bend Ranch State Park
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