Forest birding habitat

Uvalde Fish Hatchery

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Uvalde Fish Hatchery is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 248 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mottled Duck, and Northern Pintail 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

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/12/2026Cook's Slough Sanctuary (HOTW 025)1 observed

White-tailed Hawk

Geranoaetus albicaudatus

4/12/2026z6572 Crystal City Highway, Uvalde, Texas, US (29.113, -99.832)1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

4/11/2026DDD Beavers Knoll1 observed

Tropical Parula

Setophaga pitiayumi

4/10/2026Chalk Bluff River Resort & Park (HOTW 023)1 observed

Clay-colored Thrush

Turdus grayi

4/10/2026Chalk Bluff River Resort & Park (HOTW 023)1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

4/10/2026Uvalde Fish Hatchery (HOTW 027)2 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/31/20262696–2780 E Main St, Uvalde US-TX (29.2284,-99.7577)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

114/10/2026

Blue-winged Teal

324/10/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/10/2026

Mottled Duck

24/10/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/10/2026

Inca Dove

14/10/2026

Mourning Dove

74/10/2026

Greater Roadrunner

14/10/2026

Sora

24/10/2026

American Coot

74/10/2026

Black-necked Stilt

24/10/2026

Killdeer

14/10/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/10/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/10/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/10/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/10/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

44/10/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

84/10/2026

Least Grebe

24/10/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

34/10/2026

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 Uvalde Fish Hatchery for birding?
The best months to visit Uvalde Fish Hatchery for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Uvalde Fish Hatchery?
Notable species at Uvalde Fish Hatchery include Blue-winged Teal, Mottled Duck, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, Inca Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Uvalde Fish Hatchery?
Birding at Uvalde Fish Hatchery is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Uvalde Fish Hatchery?
Uvalde Fish Hatchery offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.