[Tweeters] RFI: Birding locations near Austin, TX

[Robert O'Brien via Tweeters]

The Austin area offers an incredible wealth of birds not seen in
Washngton.  But of special interest are the Black-capped Vireo and
Golden-cheeked Warbler.  Here's where they and many other more common
specialities can be  found near Austin.  (from the internet).
The golden-cheeked warbler and black-capped vireo can be seen in
the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge and the Barton Creek
Habitat Preserve near Austin, Texas.    Bob OBrien  Portland
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge

   - *Warbler Vista*: A public area on the southern end of the refuge
   that's a good place to see the golden-cheeked warbler
   - *Shin Oak Observation Deck*: A viewing area designed for black-capped
   vireo habitat
   - *Rimrock trail at Doeskin Ranch*: A public area on the northern side
   of the refuge where both species have been spotted

Barton Creek Habitat Preserve

   - Part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve system, this preserve
   provides habitat for both the golden-cheeked warbler and the black-capped
   vireo

Other places to see these birds:

   - *Concordia University Texas Nature Preserve*: Part of the Balcones
   Canyonlands Preserve, this preserve is home to both species
   - *Kerr Wildlife Management Area*: Both species use this area during
   breeding and nesting seasons

The golden-cheeked warbler and black-capped vireo are neotropical migrants
that breed in central Texas. Their habitats have been threatened by fire
suppression, overgrazing, suburban sprawl, and cedar eradication.

On Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 6:22 PM Daoud Miller via Tweeters <
tweeters at u.washington.edu> wrote:


> Hello Tweeters,

>

> I will be traveling to Austin, TX for several weeks next month (March),

> assisting family members with care.  I am hoping to do some local birding

> (day outings) while there.

>

> If you have favorite spots you recommend I check out, please respond to me

> personally at daoud_miller AT comcast.net  (or to the list if you want to

> let everyone know).

>

> Thank you!

> Daoud Miller

> Kenmore, WA

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