Forest birding habitat

Willow Waterhole Greenspace

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Willow Waterhole Greenspace is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Western Cattle-Egret, Mallard, and Killdeer 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Gray Kingbird

Tyrannus dominicensis

6/1/2026East River 9 Golf Course1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

6/1/2026Rice U. Campus1 observed

Long-billed Thrasher

Toxostoma longirostre

6/1/2026Rice U. Campus1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

65/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

15/30/2026

Great Egret

25/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/30/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

25/30/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

95/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

65/30/2026

House Sparrow

15/30/2026

House Finch

45/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

Mallard

25/25/2026

Mottled Duck

15/25/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/25/2026

White-winged Dove

55/25/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

25/25/2026

Mississippi Kite

75/25/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/25/2026

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 Willow Waterhole Greenspace for birding?
The best months to visit Willow Waterhole Greenspace for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Willow Waterhole Greenspace?
Notable species at Willow Waterhole Greenspace include Western Cattle-Egret, Mallard, Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs, Laughing Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Willow Waterhole Greenspace?
Birding at Willow Waterhole Greenspace is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Willow Waterhole Greenspace?
Willow Waterhole Greenspace offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.