[Tweeters] RFI: Birding locations near Austin, TX

[Dennis Paulson via Tweeters]

I’ll add Garner State Park and Lost Maples Natural Area, both good places to look for both species.

Dennis Paulson
Seattle


> On Feb 25, 2025, at 10:15 PM, Robert O'Brien via Tweeters <tweeters at u.washington.edu> wrote:

> 

> 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 <mailto: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 <http://comcast.net/>  (or to the list if you want to let everyone know).

> 

> Thank you!

> Daoud Miller

> Kenmore, WA

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