Forest birding habitat

John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Egyptian Goose, Gadwall, and Killdeer 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

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

6/1/2026Chiropractic College parking lot. 77505, Pasadena US-TX 29.66322, -95.148611 observed

Gray Kingbird

Tyrannus dominicensis

5/31/2026East River 9 Golf Course1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

5/31/2026Rice U. Campus1 observed

Long-billed Thrasher

Toxostoma longirostre

5/31/2026Rice U. Campus1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

35/26/2026

Egyptian Goose

25/26/2026

Gadwall

15/26/2026

Mottled Duck

45/26/2026

Mourning Dove

25/26/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

115/26/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

25/26/2026

Little Blue Heron

65/26/2026

Tricolored Heron

25/26/2026

Snowy Egret

45/26/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

505/26/2026

Great Egret

65/26/2026

Blue Jay

15/26/2026

Barn Swallow

25/26/2026

Carolina Wren

15/26/2026

European Starling

65/26/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/26/2026

Scaly-breasted Munia

15/26/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/26/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

325/26/2026

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 John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center?
Notable species at John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center include Egyptian Goose, Gadwall, Killdeer, Neotropic Cormorant, Roseate Spoonbill. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center?
Birding at John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center?
John Hargrove Environmental Complex/Delores Fenwick Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.