Lake birding habitat

Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, and Green-winged Teal 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

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/20/20265000 Rollingwood Dr Rollingwood TX 78746 United States1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

7/18/2026452 CR-238, Maxwell US-TX 29.87698, -97.810131 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

7/17/2026Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/17/2026Moore/Lindsey St1 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

7/16/2026Casa de Oso1 observed

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

7/16/202613396–13496 Old San Antonio Rd, Buda US-TX 30.10685, -97.811321 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/13/2026John F Baugh Reservoir (private)1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

7/11/2026San Marcos Springs5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

27/17/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Snowy Egret

7/17/2026

Green Heron

27/17/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

7/17/2026

Great Egret

27/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/17/2026

Couch's Kingbird

37/17/2026

Western Kingbird

37/17/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

37/17/2026

Purple Martin

7/17/2026

Barn Swallow

7/17/2026

House Finch

7/17/2026

White-winged Dove

17/17/2026

Mourning Dove

27/17/2026

Common Nighthawk

27/17/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/17/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

27/17/2026

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 Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle) for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle)?
Notable species at Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle) include Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, Green-winged Teal, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle)?
Birding at Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle)?
Lake Negley / Soil Conservation Site 1 Reservoir (Kyle) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.