Forest birding habitat

Knolle Ranch

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Knolle Ranch is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Wild Turkey, Sandhill Crane, 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

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/31/2026Knolle Ranch1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/28/2026Hazel Bazemore — Nueces River1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/27/2026Hazel Bazemore-Calallen Park (CTC 078)1 observed

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

5/25/20266076 County Road 99, Escondidas US-TX 27.94903, -97.820182 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

5/25/2026Knolle Ranch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/31/2026

Inca Dove

25/31/2026

White-winged Dove

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

95/31/2026

Great Egret

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Crested Caracara

25/31/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Great Kiskadee

15/31/2026

Couch's Kingbird

25/31/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

25/31/2026

Purple Martin

45/31/2026

Barn Swallow

65/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

35/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/31/2026

Bronzed Cowbird

15/31/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

25/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

45/31/2026

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 Knolle Ranch for birding?
The best months to visit Knolle Ranch for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Knolle Ranch?
Notable species at Knolle Ranch include Wild Turkey, Sandhill Crane, Killdeer, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Knolle Ranch?
Birding at Knolle Ranch is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Knolle Ranch?
Knolle Ranch offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.