Lake birding habitat

I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, and White-winged Dove 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

7/19/2026Wadley Barron Park, Midland (FWTX 56)1 observed

Cooper's Hawk

Astur cooperii

7/11/2026Goldeneye Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

57/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

27/20/2026

Black-necked Stilt

17/20/2026

Killdeer

27/20/2026

Mississippi Kite

27/20/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Western Kingbird

17/20/2026

House Sparrow

47/20/2026

House Finch

77/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/20/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

47/20/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

47/20/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

47/20/2026

Painted Bunting

37/20/2026

Mallard

107/18/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/18/2026

American Kestrel

17/18/2026

Blue Jay

37/18/2026

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 I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center?
Notable species at I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center include Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, White-winged Dove, American Coot, Killdeer. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center?
Birding at I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center?
I-20 Pond/Jenna Welch Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.