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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…

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…