Lake birding habitat

Lake Pflugerville

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Pflugerville is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Lesser Scaup 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

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

6/2/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)3 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

6/1/2026Zilker Metro Park--Barton Springs area1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

6/1/2026Zilker Metro Park--Barton Springs area1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

6/1/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/31/202610300 Stubble Quail Cir, Austin US-TX 30.37940, -97.706812 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

5/31/2026Brentwood Park, Austin1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

5/30/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/30/20265805 Miramonte Dr, Austin US-TX (30.4165,-97.7558)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/28/20261712 Windsor Rd, Austin US-TX (30.2852,-97.7568)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/28/2026Williamson Co.--Southwest Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

106/1/2026

Mourning Dove

66/1/2026

Killdeer

46/1/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

56/1/2026

Green Heron

36/1/2026

Great Egret

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Black Vulture

26/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

106/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/1/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

26/1/2026

Crested Caracara

16/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/1/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

36/1/2026

Purple Martin

206/1/2026

Barn Swallow

106/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/1/2026

American Robin

26/1/2026

House Sparrow

86/1/2026

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 Pflugerville for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Pflugerville for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Pflugerville?
Notable species at Lake Pflugerville include Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Lesser Scaup, American Coot, Killdeer. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Pflugerville?
Birding at Lake Pflugerville is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Pflugerville?
Lake Pflugerville offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.