Urban Park birding habitat

South Side Lions Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

South Side Lions Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Swan Goose, and Egyptian Goose 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

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

6/1/2026Leon Creek Greenway--Buddy Calk Trailhead/Earl Scott Pond area1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

5/31/2026San Antonio Riverwalk area1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/31/2026My Backyard1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

5/31/2026Shannon’s Yard1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/28/2026Mitchell Lake Audubon Center (HOTE 103)1 observed

Groove-billed Ani

Crotophaga sulcirostris

5/28/20262597 County Road 122, Floresville US-TX 29.15703, -98.283251 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

5/28/2026Northern Hills Golf Course, San Antonio US-TX 29.56129, -98.410992 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/27/2026San Antonio Botanical Garden (HOTE 096)1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

5/27/2026Leon Creek Greenway--Buddy Calk Trailhead/Earl Scott Pond area1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/27/2026Leon Creek Greenway--Buddy Calk Trailhead/Earl Scott Pond area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

15/31/2026

House Sparrow

25/31/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

105/31/2026

White-winged Dove

65/31/2026

Great Egret

15/31/2026

Black Vulture

35/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

45/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Couch's Kingbird

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Long-billed Thrasher

25/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

65/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

65/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

45/31/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

15/31/2026

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 South Side Lions Park for birding?
The best months to visit South Side Lions Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at South Side Lions Park?
Notable species at South Side Lions Park include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Swan Goose, Egyptian Goose, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at South Side Lions Park?
Birding at South Side Lions Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at South Side Lions Park?
South Side Lions Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.