Urban Park birding habitat

Pecan Valley Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pecan Valley Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/19/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

7/18/2026Aledo Rd1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/16/2026Benbrook Lake--Mustang Park (PPW-W 065)1 observed

Northern Bobwhite

Colinus virginianus

7/13/2026Winscott Plover Road3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Swainson's Hawk

17/20/2026

Barred Owl

17/20/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

127/19/2026

Snowy Egret

17/19/2026

Mississippi Kite

107/18/2026

Mourning Dove

17/18/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/18/2026

Black Vulture

37/18/2026

American Crow

47/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/18/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/18/2026

Barn Swallow

17/18/2026

House Finch

17/18/2026

White-winged Dove

17/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/18/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

17/18/2026

Bell's Vireo

17/18/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/18/2026

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 Pecan Valley Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pecan Valley Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Pecan Valley Park?
Notable species at Pecan Valley Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pecan Valley Park?
Birding at Pecan Valley Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pecan Valley Park?
Pecan Valley Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.