Urban Park birding habitat

Emma Long Metro Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Emma Long Metro Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, and Black 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

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

6/1/2026Tamarac Trail retention pond, Leander1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/31/202610300 Stubble Quail Cir, Austin US-TX 30.37940, -97.706812 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

5/31/2026Lake Travis--Bob Wentz Windy Point Pk1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

5/31/2026Brentwood Park, Austin1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/31/2026Lake Travis--Bob Wentz Windy Point Pk1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

5/30/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/30/20265805 Miramonte Dr, Austin US-TX (30.4165,-97.7558)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/30/2026Mason Creek Trail, Leander1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/29/2026Dahlstrom2 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/28/20261712 Windsor Rd, Austin US-TX (30.2852,-97.7568)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/28/2026Williamson Co.--Southwest Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

15/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

Bewick's Wren

15/31/2026

House Finch

15/31/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Rufous-crowned Sparrow

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Painted Bunting

15/31/2026

Northern Parula

15/30/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

15/23/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

15/23/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/23/2026

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 Emma Long Metro Park for birding?
The best months to visit Emma Long Metro Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Emma Long Metro Park?
Notable species at Emma Long Metro Park include White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Carolina Chickadee. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Emma Long Metro Park?
Birding at Emma Long Metro Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Emma Long Metro Park?
Emma Long Metro Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.