Canyon of the Eagles
Texas · Southeast
About This Location
Canyon of the Eagles is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Killdeer among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
White Ibis
Eudocimus albus
Redhead
Aythya americana
Laughing Gull
Leucophaeus atricilla
Willet
Tringa semipalmata
Least Tern
Sternula antillarum
Common Gallinule
Gallinula galeata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Yellow-billed Cuckoo
Chimney Swift
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Black Tern
Forster's Tern
Double-crested Cormorant
Neotropic Cormorant
Little Blue Heron
Snowy Egret
Western Cattle-Egret
Great Egret
Great Blue Heron
Black Vulture
Turkey Vulture
Red-tailed Hawk
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.
- 2
Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.
- 3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.
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