Lake birding habitat

Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0782 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0782 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0782 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0781 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

55/26/2026

Ruddy Duck

425/26/2026

Black-necked Stilt

25/26/2026

Killdeer

25/26/2026

Snowy Plover

35/26/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/26/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

15/26/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

25/26/2026

Franklin's Gull

35/26/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/26/2026

Least Tern

25/26/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/26/2026

White-faced Ibis

705/26/2026

Snowy Egret

15/26/2026

Great Blue Heron

75/26/2026

Turkey Vulture

75/26/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/26/2026

American Kestrel

15/26/2026

Bell's Vireo

25/26/2026

Purple Martin

155/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078 for birding?
The best months to visit Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078?
Notable species at Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078 include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078?
Birding at Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078?
Greenbelt Reservoir PHP078 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.