Urban Park birding habitat

Bishop City Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bishop City Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler 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

Ringed Kingfisher

Megaceryle torquata

4/8/2026Franklin Adams St x Santa Gertrudis Creek Bridge1 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

4/4/2026CR 2250, Riviera, Texas, US4 observed

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

3/29/2026County Road 95, Agua Dulce1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/29/2026E Kenedy Ave. - Tranquitas Creek watershed1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

3/28/2026E Kenedy Ave, Kingsville US-TX (27.5149,-97.8339)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

284/11/2026

Blue-winged Teal

124/11/2026

Northern Shoveler

64/11/2026

Mottled Duck

34/11/2026

White-winged Dove

64/11/2026

Mourning Dove

24/11/2026

American Coot

44/11/2026

Black-necked Stilt

14/11/2026

Killdeer

14/11/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

34/11/2026

Snowy Egret

64/11/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

24/11/2026

Great Egret

14/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/11/2026

Great Kiskadee

24/11/2026

Couch's Kingbird

14/11/2026

Purple Martin

54/11/2026

Barn Swallow

34/11/2026

European Starling

14/11/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bishop City Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bishop City Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bishop City Park?
Notable species at Bishop City Park include Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mottled Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bishop City Park?
Birding at Bishop City Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bishop City Park?
Bishop City Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.