Urban Park birding habitat

Live Oak City Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Live Oak City Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Egyptian Goose, Muscovy Duck, and Gadwall 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/18/202678260, San Antonio US-TX 29.67588, -98.477141 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

7/17/2026San Antonio Botanical Garden, San Antonio US-TX 29.45950, -98.457991 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/17/2026Calaveras Lake (HOTE 100)1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

7/16/2026Calaveras Lake (HOTE 100)4 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/15/2026Woodlawn Lake (HOTE 093)1 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

7/14/2026Brackenridge Park (Avenue A & River Rd.)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/12/2026El Dorado Elementary, San Antonio US-TX 29.55134, -98.395242 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

7/10/2026Natural Bridges Wildlife Ranch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

17/20/2026

Black Vulture

17/20/2026

Crested Caracara

37/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

27/20/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

37/20/2026

House Sparrow

27/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/20/2026

Mourning Dove

17/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/20/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

27/20/2026

Purple Martin

17/20/2026

Carolina Wren

17/20/2026

Bewick's Wren

17/20/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/20/2026

House Finch

37/20/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

17/20/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

17/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Live Oak City Park for birding?
The best months to visit Live Oak City Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Live Oak City Park?
Notable species at Live Oak City Park include Egyptian Goose, Muscovy Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, American Coot. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Live Oak City Park?
Birding at Live Oak City Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Live Oak City Park?
Live Oak City Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.