Forest birding habitat

Dick Kleberg Pk

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Dick Kleberg Pk is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, White-winged Dove, 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

Tricolored Heron x Snowy Egret (hybrid)

Egretta tricolor x thula

4/8/2026Kaufer-Hubert Memorial Park (CTC 092)1 observed

Ringed Kingfisher

Megaceryle torquata

4/8/2026Franklin Adams St x Santa Gertrudis Creek Bridge1 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

4/4/2026CR 2250, Riviera, Texas, US4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

14/11/2026

Killdeer

14/11/2026

Laughing Gull

184/11/2026

Franklin's Gull

14/11/2026

Forster's Tern

14/11/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

144/11/2026

Snowy Egret

14/11/2026

Great Egret

14/11/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Couch's Kingbird

24/11/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

14/11/2026

European Starling

24/11/2026

Curve-billed Thrasher

24/11/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/11/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

34/11/2026

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 Dick Kleberg Pk for birding?
The best months to visit Dick Kleberg Pk for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Dick Kleberg Pk?
Notable species at Dick Kleberg Pk include Blue-winged Teal, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Long-billed Dowitcher. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dick Kleberg Pk?
Birding at Dick Kleberg Pk is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dick Kleberg Pk?
Dick Kleberg Pk offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.