Forest birding habitat

Colleyville Nature Center

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Colleyville Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/19/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

7/18/2026Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Acorn Woods1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/17/2026Josey Ranch1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

7/16/2026Luna Vista back 91 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

7/15/20267481–7499 Evelyn Ln, Northlake US-TX 33.12459, -97.264371 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

7/15/20261915 Hurd Dr, Irving US-TX 32.87226, -96.977301 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

57/20/2026

Mallard

357/20/2026

White-winged Dove

27/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/20/2026

Chimney Swift

27/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

27/20/2026

Killdeer

17/20/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

57/20/2026

Green Heron

47/20/2026

Great Egret

17/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/20/2026

Mississippi Kite

57/20/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

27/20/2026

Barred Owl

27/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

47/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

47/20/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

47/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Colleyville Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Colleyville Nature Center for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Colleyville Nature Center?
Notable species at Colleyville Nature Center include American Wigeon, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Egret. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Colleyville Nature Center?
Birding at Colleyville Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Colleyville Nature Center?
Colleyville Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.