Grassland birding habitat

Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, and Eastern Phoebe 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

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/20/20265000 Rollingwood Dr Rollingwood TX 78746 United States1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/19/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/19/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

7/19/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/18/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/17/2026Lake Travis--Bob Wentz Windy Point Pk1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

107/11/2026

Mourning Dove

47/11/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/11/2026

Chimney Swift

57/11/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/11/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/11/2026

Great Egret

17/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/11/2026

Black Vulture

77/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/11/2026

Mississippi Kite

27/11/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

47/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

27/11/2026

Eastern Phoebe

27/11/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

37/11/2026

Couch's Kingbird

17/11/2026

Western Kingbird

87/11/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

17/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.) for birding?
The best months to visit Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.)?
Notable species at Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.) include White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Eastern Phoebe, Blue Jay, Carolina Chickadee. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.)?
Birding at Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.)?
Brackenridge Field Labs (U.Tx.) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.