Canyon birding habitat

Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Canyon
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Loggerhead Shrike 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)4 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

4/15/2026Jeff Davis County Park1 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

4/15/2026Davis Mountains SP--Primitive area N. of TX1182 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

4/15/2026Wild Rose Pass picnic area (TX17)1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)3 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

4/15/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

4/15/2026Pond on Hwy 17 N of 1832, Fort Davis US-TX (30.8575,-103.8038)1 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

4/14/2026Balmorhea1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Scaled Quail

24/10/2026

Wild Turkey

74/10/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

64/10/2026

White-winged Dove

54/10/2026

Mourning Dove

154/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

114/10/2026

Common Black Hawk

14/10/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/10/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

24/10/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

24/10/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/10/2026

Hermit Thrush

14/10/2026

House Finch

24/10/2026

American Goldfinch

34/10/2026

Black-throated Sparrow

14/10/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/10/2026

Green-tailed Towhee

14/10/2026

Spotted Towhee

14/10/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

34/10/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

124/10/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.

  2. 2

    Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 for birding?
The best months to visit Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832?
Notable species at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 include Canyon Wren, White-throated Swift, Peregrine Falcon, Rock Wren, Black Phoebe. The area supports canyon habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832?
Birding at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832?
Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.