Urban Park birding habitat

Cox Cemetery

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cox Cemetery is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs, and Turkey Vulture 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

Brown-headed Nuthatch

Sitta pusilla

5/31/20265734 Kroll Lane, Anderson, Texas, US (30.466, -95.912)2 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/31/2026San Mario1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

5/30/20261608 Blue Quail Lane, College Station, TX 778453 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/28/2026University Park and Trails, College Station2 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/28/2026Brison Park1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/28/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Ecology & Natural Resource area1 observed

Couch's Kingbird

Tyrannus couchii

5/27/2026Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/27/2026Dulaney1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

5/27/2026Dulaney1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/24/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Ecology & Natural Resource area1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/24/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Ecology & Natural Resource area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/29/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/29/2026

Carolina Wren

15/29/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/29/2026

Painted Bunting

15/29/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Cliff Swallow

125/29/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/29/2026

Black Vulture

45/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/29/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

15/29/2026

Northern Mockingbird

45/29/2026

White-winged Dove

15/29/2026

Mourning Dove

15/29/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/29/2026

Blue Jay

25/29/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

755/26/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/26/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/26/2026

Cave Swallow

705/26/2026

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 Cox Cemetery for birding?
The best months to visit Cox Cemetery for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cox Cemetery?
Notable species at Cox Cemetery include Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs, Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, Crested Caracara. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cox Cemetery?
Birding at Cox Cemetery is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cox Cemetery?
Cox Cemetery offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.