Forest birding habitat

Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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 Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

6/2/2026Nueces Delta Preserve (McGregor Ranch)5 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/28/2026Hazel Bazemore — Nueces River1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/27/2026Hazel Bazemore-Calallen Park (CTC 078)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Ground Dove

25/28/2026

White-winged Dove

35/28/2026

Mourning Dove

65/28/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

25/28/2026

Laughing Gull

25/28/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

55/28/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

25/28/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

35/28/2026

Great Kiskadee

25/28/2026

Couch's Kingbird

25/28/2026

Western Kingbird

15/28/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

25/28/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

15/28/2026

Barn Swallow

15/28/2026

Cliff Swallow

55/28/2026

European Starling

25/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

55/28/2026

House Sparrow

45/28/2026

Lark Sparrow

25/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

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 Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.) for birding?
The best months to visit Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.)?
Notable species at Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.) include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.)?
Birding at Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.)?
Welder Pk (Sinton- Rachel Str.) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.