Forest birding habitat

Friedrich Wilderness Pk

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Friedrich Wilderness Pk is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, and White-eyed Vireo 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

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

5/31/2026San Antonio Riverwalk area1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/2026114 W Cibolo Dr, Boerne US-TX 29.79331, -98.736951 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/31/2026My Backyard1 observed

White-tipped Dove

Leptotila verreauxi

5/31/202612861 Galm Rd, San Antonio US-TX (29.5491,-98.7590)1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/30/2026Guadalupe River SP (HOTE 077)1 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/30/202612307 Upton Park, San Antonio, Texas, US (29.454, -98.738)

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

5/30/2026Cibolo Nature Ctr. (HOTE 078)1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

5/28/2026Northern Hills Golf Course, San Antonio US-TX 29.56129, -98.410992 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

15/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/31/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

15/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Bewick's Wren

15/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Rufous-crowned Sparrow

15/31/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

15/31/2026

Golden-cheeked Warbler

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Painted Bunting

15/31/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

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 Friedrich Wilderness Pk for birding?
The best months to visit Friedrich Wilderness Pk for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Friedrich Wilderness Pk?
Notable species at Friedrich Wilderness Pk include Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, White-eyed Vireo, Black-crested Titmouse, Ruby-crowned Kinglet. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Friedrich Wilderness Pk?
Birding at Friedrich Wilderness Pk is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Friedrich Wilderness Pk?
Friedrich Wilderness Pk offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.