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The Christmas Bird Count: Y’all’s Holiday Wingding for Bird Lovin’ and Savin’ ‘Em

12/08/2025 |

Howdy, bird buddies! If you’re like me, trompin’ through Texas brush in search of that perfect sighting, then the Christmas…

Welcome to the New Birds of Texas: A Haven for Bird Lovers

10/02/2025 |

Our Mission: Celebrating Birds and Building a Community At Birds of Texas, we are passionate about fostering a deep appreciation…

The Fun of Backyard Bird Watching

10/01/2025 |

Backyard bird watching is like having a nature show in your own yard! All you need is a comfy spot…

Why Texas is a Birder’s Paradise and a Haven for Bird Photography

10/01/2025 |

Texas, the Lone Star State, is a birding paradise that captures the hearts of birders and bird photographers alike. With…

Best Bird Feeders for Texas Backyards

08/22/2025 |

Texas backyards are a haven for birds, from colorful titmice to acrobatic woodpeckers. Choosing the right feeder can turn your…

The Roads in the Sky: Understanding North America’s Four Flyways

05/08/2026

It was an ordinary afternoon in central Texas when it landed. A Lesser Yellowlegs — slim, elegant, picking its way…

The Feeder Chronicles: Why Every Seed Is Worth It

04/29/2026

Let me tell you about dusk. The light goes amber. The yard goes quiet. And if you’re patient — if…

Who Is Watching the Birds? The Surprising Age Profile of American Birders

04/22/2026

Here’s a number that might stop you in your tracks. Ninety-six million Americans watched birds in 2022. That’s 37% of…

What to Do If You Find an Injured Bird in Texas

04/22/2026

It happens when you least expect it. You’re walking to your car in the morning and there it is —…

Best Birding Phone Apps for Texas Birders in 2026

04/22/2026

There’s a moment every Texas birder knows. You’re standing at the edge of a coastal marsh at High Island, or…