Forest birding habitat

South Concho Pool

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

South Concho Pool is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

5/31/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

5/30/2026San Angelo SP--South Unit (HOTW 109)5 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/30/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir4 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/30/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Couch's Kingbird

Tyrannus couchii

5/29/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Mallard x Mexican Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x diazi

5/28/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir6 observed

Common Black Hawk

Buteogallus anthracinus

5/27/2026Christoval Hummer House B&B1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

5/27/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/23/202676905, San Angelo US-TX (31.4758,-100.3037)1 observed

Western Wood-Pewee

Contopus sordidulus

5/20/2026San Angelo Nature Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

15/31/2026

Northern Bobwhite

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

45/31/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/31/2026

Lesser Nighthawk

15/31/2026

American Coot

35/31/2026

Black-necked Stilt

255/31/2026

Killdeer

125/31/2026

Snowy Plover

25/31/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

55/31/2026

Least Tern

25/31/2026

Snowy Egret

15/31/2026

Great Egret

75/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

55/31/2026

American White Pelican

35/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

65/31/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Bell's Vireo

15/31/2026

Bewick's Wren

15/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/31/2026

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 South Concho Pool for birding?
The best months to visit South Concho Pool for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at South Concho Pool?
Notable species at South Concho Pool include Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at South Concho Pool?
Birding at South Concho Pool is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at South Concho Pool?
South Concho Pool offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.