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It’s the middle of summer. Triple digits. The grass is crispy. The cicadas are screaming. And out at Bolivar Flats,…
There’s a moment that never gets old. You’re standing at the edge of a Texas lake — maybe Texoma, maybe…
It was an ordinary afternoon in central Texas when it landed. A Lesser Yellowlegs — slim, elegant, picking its way…
Let me tell you about dusk. The light goes amber. The yard goes quiet. And if you’re patient — if…
The Great Backyard Bird Count 2026 – A Perfect Opportunity for Birds of Texas Members
Hey, fellow Texas bird enthusiasts! If you’re part of the Birds of Texas community whether you’re snapping photos for the…
My Journey to Becoming an Avid Birder: From Iowa Roots to Texas Birding Adventures
As a lifelong nature enthusiast and now the proud curator of the Birds of Texas community, I’ve spent countless hours…
Exploring Colleyville Nature Center: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise and Urban Oasis
As a passionate birder and the curator of BirdsOfTexas.com, I always jump at the chance to explore Texas’s hidden natural…
Best Point-and-Shoot Cameras for Backyard Birders and Newbies in 2026
For Texas backyard birders and newbies, a point-and-shoot camera is a perfect way to capture cardinals at the feeder or…
Best Binoculars for Birding in Texas for 2026
Texas birding, from spotting Scissor-tailed Flycatchers in the Hill Country to Roseate Spoonbills on the Gulf Coast, demands the right…