River/Riparian birding habitat

Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Blue Jay, American Crow, and Carolina Chickadee 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

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/1/2026Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve, Plano1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

6/1/2026Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve, Plano2 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

6/1/2026Eivis’ Backyard1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/31/2026Trinity River Audubon Center2 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/30/2026Dallas Southside WTP2 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/30/2026Home1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/29/2026Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)1 observed

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

5/29/2026Lake Ray Hubbard--TX66 Boat ramp/ Willow Bend area (Rockwall)1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

5/29/2026IH-30 E, Garland US-TX 32.86533, -96.542631 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/29/2026Harry S. Moss Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chimney Swift

45/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

35/31/2026

American Crow

25/31/2026

Summer Tanager

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

95/31/2026

Indigo Bunting

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/29/2026

Carolina Wren

15/29/2026

White-winged Dove

15/29/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/29/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

35/29/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/29/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/29/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

35/29/2026

White-eyed Vireo

65/29/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/29/2026

Blue Jay

55/29/2026

Carolina Chickadee

35/29/2026

Tufted Titmouse

85/29/2026

Purple Martin

15/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park) for birding?
The best months to visit Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)?
Notable species at Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park) include Blue Jay, American Crow, Carolina Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, Carolina Wren. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)?
Birding at Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)?
Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.