Forest birding habitat

Dallas Southside WTP

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Dallas Southside WTP is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/21/2026Dallas Southside WTP1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

7/21/2026Dallas Southside WTP1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/19/2026John Bunker Sands Wetlands Ctr1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

7/19/2026John Bunker Sands Wetlands Ctr1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/18/2026Trinity River Audubon Center1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/15/2026White Rock Lake & Old Fish Hatchery (PPW-W 086)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

167/21/2026

Canada Goose

407/21/2026

Mallard

37/21/2026

Rock Pigeon

37/21/2026

Mourning Dove

17/21/2026

Black-necked Stilt

17/21/2026

Killdeer

27/21/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/21/2026

Least Sandpiper

1257/21/2026

Least Tern

27/21/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

667/21/2026

White Ibis

27/21/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Tricolored Heron

37/21/2026

Snowy Egret

187/21/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

157/21/2026

Great Egret

17/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/21/2026

Black Vulture

307/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/21/2026

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 Dallas Southside WTP for birding?
The best months to visit Dallas Southside WTP for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Dallas Southside WTP?
Notable species at Dallas Southside WTP include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dallas Southside WTP?
Birding at Dallas Southside WTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dallas Southside WTP?
Dallas Southside WTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.