Forest birding habitat

Sibley Nature Center, Midland

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Sibley Nature Center, Midland is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Scaled Quail, Northern Shoveler, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

5/28/2026Riverside Drive & Hilltop6 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

5/27/2026Palko Home, 5505 Hillcrest, Midland, Tx. 797071 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

5/23/20264960 East 42nd Street, Odessa, Texas, US (31.893, -102.335)1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/23/2026Goldeneye Pond2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

15/19/2026

Rock Pigeon

15/19/2026

White-winged Dove

115/19/2026

Mourning Dove

105/19/2026

American Coot

15/19/2026

Killdeer

15/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/19/2026

Mississippi Kite

35/19/2026

Western Kingbird

35/19/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

15/19/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/19/2026

House Sparrow

135/19/2026

House Finch

105/19/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

15/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/19/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

155/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

35/19/2026

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 Sibley Nature Center, Midland for birding?
The best months to visit Sibley Nature Center, Midland for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Sibley Nature Center, Midland?
Notable species at Sibley Nature Center, Midland include Scaled Quail, Northern Shoveler, Eurasian Collared-Dove, White-winged Dove, American Coot. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sibley Nature Center, Midland?
Birding at Sibley Nature Center, Midland is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sibley Nature Center, Midland?
Sibley Nature Center, Midland offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.