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Frontera Audubon Center

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

Entrance Fee

$5 adults

Hours

Open Tue-Sun, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

About This Location

Frontera Audubon Center is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 303 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Plain Chachalaca, White-winged Dove, 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

7/21/20261413 W Quitaca St, Edinburg US-TX 26.32775, -98.172061 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/18/2026Edinburg Scenic Wetlands WBC (LTC 061)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/15/2026Edinburg Scenic Wetlands WBC (LTC 061)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-tipped Dove

67/16/2026

White-winged Dove

27/16/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/16/2026

Chimney Swift

107/16/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

47/16/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Great Kiskadee

27/16/2026

Couch's Kingbird

27/16/2026

Purple Martin

17/16/2026

Carolina Wren

27/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/16/2026

House Finch

17/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/16/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

17/16/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

107/16/2026

Northern Cardinal

47/16/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Frontera Audubon Center for birding?
The best months to visit Frontera Audubon Center for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Frontera Audubon Center?
Notable species at Frontera Audubon Center include Plain Chachalaca, White-winged Dove, Turkey Vulture, Gray Hawk, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay, Northern Cardinal, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Inca Dove, Mourning Dove, Buff-bellied Hummingbird, Golden-fronted Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frontera Audubon Center?
Birding at Frontera Audubon Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Frontera Audubon Center?
The entrance fee at Frontera Audubon Center is $5 adults. Hours: Open Tue-Sun, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
What amenities are available at Frontera Audubon Center?
Frontera Audubon Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.