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

Common Raven

Corvus corax

5/26/2026Auto selected 29.23568, -100.114611 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

5/23/2026290 County Road 111, Uvalde, Texas, US (29.148, -99.758)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/28/2026

Northern Bobwhite

25/28/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/28/2026

Inca Dove

35/28/2026

Common Ground Dove

25/28/2026

White-winged Dove

35/28/2026

Mourning Dove

35/28/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

25/28/2026

Common Gallinule

15/28/2026

Killdeer

15/28/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/28/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

25/28/2026

Green Heron

15/28/2026

Black Vulture

305/28/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

25/28/2026

Black Phoebe

15/28/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/28/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

35/28/2026

Great Kiskadee

15/28/2026

Bell's Vireo

25/28/2026

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.