Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Northern Mockingbird, and Lincoln's Sparrow among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Ruby-crowned Kinglet Northern Mockingbird Lincoln's Sparrow Brown-headed Cowbird Orange-crowned Warbler

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Bluebird

Sialia mexicana

4/14/2026Easterwood Airport Pond3 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

4/14/2026Easterwood Airport Pond1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/13/20264820 Knight Dr, Bryan US-TX 30.65314, -96.311761 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/13/2026Hensel Park2 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

4/12/2026Gary Halter Nature Center, College Station US-TX 30.56722, -96.21171

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

4/12/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Research Park1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (fuertesi)

Buteo jamaicensis

4/11/2026Spring Creek Greenbelt, College Station1 observed

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

4/10/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Research Park32 observed

Couch's Kingbird

Tyrannus couchii

4/9/2026Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan1 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

4/6/2026College Station--Home1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

4/6/2026Brazos Co.--Sims Lane/Sims Lane Cutoff2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern House Wren

14/14/2026

Lincoln's Sparrow

14/14/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

14/14/2026

Tennessee Warbler

14/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/14/2026

Rock Pigeon

24/14/2026

White-winged Dove

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

64/14/2026

Eastern Whip-poor-will

14/14/2026

Chimney Swift

324/14/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

14/14/2026

American Golden-Plover

24/14/2026

Upland Sandpiper

44/14/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

14/14/2026

Little Blue Heron

64/14/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

24/14/2026

Great Egret

34/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/14/2026

Black Vulture

114/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area for birding?▼

The best months to visit Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area?▼

Notable species at Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area include Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Northern Mockingbird, Lincoln's Sparrow, Brown-headed Cowbird, Orange-crowned Warbler. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area?▼

Birding at Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area?▼

Texas A&M Univ. - Ecology & Natural Resource area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.