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17/02/2025

Typically found from Mexico south to Honduras, the Berylline Hummingbird is always a rare sight within the US. This brilliant species is typically found in highlands and usually appears in Southeastern Arizona when they are present within the US. Currently, this one has been hanging out in El Paso, Texas!

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Photo credit: Sheridan Chattin Coffey

10/02/2025

This week, two Rufous-backed Robins have popped up in Texas! This species is only native to the Pacific slope of Mexico, but, on occasion, they will stray into states in the US Southwest such as Texas. Anytime this occurs is quite noteworthy!

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Photo credit: Chris Marsh

04/02/2025

The Plain Chachalaca is a staple of birding in South Texas. This tropical species is known for its loud vocalizations, which can be heard throughout the day, but most frequently in the early morning. This species is the only representative of its family native to the United States, where it extends only into South Texas.

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

25/01/2025

A bird many come to Texas for is the Sprague's Pipit. This uncommon species may seem bland, but they are well known for their impressive breeding displays in which males will fly high into the air to sing for prolonged periods of time. In Texas this species can be found throughout winter in open and grassland habitats.

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

19/01/2025

The Tropical Parula is an extremely uncommon species in the US, where it just barely extends into the oak woodlands of South Texas. The bird's striking dark mask and clean, yellow underside set it apart from the very similar Northern Parula. This species can be tricky to track down, but it is incredibly rewarding once you see one!

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Photo credit: Charles Trapani

12/01/2025

Contrary to what their name suggests, the Mountain Plover is a bird of the prairies, not the mountains. This species is known to be cryptic due to its incredible ability to camouflage with the open ground around it. Sought after many birders, Central and South Texas in winter is a great place to see this bird!

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

05/01/2025

Yesterday, this apparent Gray Gull was found by Justin LeClaire in Brownsville. Today, the bird continued and delighted many birders who came to see it. This would be the second ABA record of this South American species should it be accepted.

This is one of many ABA rarities being seen in Texas right now! Book your Texas Birding Guide to see this bird, among other rare species, today!

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Photo Credit: Justin LeClaire

29/12/2024

Birders have been descending upon Corpus Christi this week to see this Kelp Gull! This species is typically only found in the Southern Hemisphere, so seeing one in the United States is an incredibly rare occurrence.

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Photo credit: Skip Cantrell

22/12/2024

The Yellow-headed Caracara is a species typically found throughout much of South America and part of Central America. Only a handful of records exist for this species within the US, making any appearance of theirs extremely noteworthy. This one has been frequenting Galveston this week, delighting many birders with excellent views.

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

14/12/2024

The Cattle Tyrant is typically a species native to Central and South America. Last year, a Cattle Tyrant appeared in Corpus Christi, making it the first of its kind to be found in the ABA area. Last May the tyrant disappeared, but last week it was found again in Corpus Christi!

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Photo credit: Liam Wolff

04/12/2024

Standing at 5 feet tall, the Whooping Crane takes the prize for being the tallest bird in North America. This species is a great example of successful conservation, coming from just 21 birds in 1941 to over 500 birds as of last winter. The vast majority of these birds spend their winter in coastal Texas, making it one of the best places in the world to see this species.

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

26/11/2024

Great Kiskadees love to use their bright colors and loud "kis-kuh-dee" calls to make their presence known. They put their flashy nature to use in order to alert other birds to the presence of any nearby predators. In the US, this charismatic bird can only be found regularly in Texas, which represents the northern extent of this species' range.

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

14/11/2024

Burrowing Owls are one of few owl species that are frequently active throughout the day. When threatened, these birds have been known to imitate the rattling of a rattlesnake. In winter, these Owls disperse across much of Texas where they can be found residing in anything resembling a burrow, including man-made structures such as culverts.

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Photo credit: Cameron Johnson

09/11/2024

The White-tailed Hawk is named aptly for its brilliant white tail which can often be seen in flight. This species inhabits grasslands where it feeds on a diverse array of prey including mammals, birds, reptiles, and invertebrates. In the US this species is restricted to Coastal and South Texas.

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Photo credit: David Tønnessen

13/10/2024

One of the more elusive species in North America; the Montezuma Quail spends most of their time foraging for root tubers, digging into the ground with its long clawed toes. This species can often best be found by listening for the male's eerie booming whistle.

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Photo credit: David Tonnessen - Guide

23/08/2024

Only found in the US at the southern tip of Texas, Audubon's Oriole can be a tricky bird to get eyes on, preferring dense patches of thornscrub along the Rio Grande. While able to dodge the binoculars of birdwatchers, this species is one of the favored hosts of the nest parasitizing Bronzed Cowbird.

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Photo Credit: Frank Lehman

20/04/2024

Amazingly, a Southern Lapwing showed up in south Texas a few days ago, adding to the incredible run of rarities that the state has hosted this winter and spring! Fantastic photo by one of our clients, Tim Williams! This large South American species has been making a recent push north and more are certainly on the way.

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Photo credit: Tim Williams

10/04/2024

A couple days ago, one of our guides, found a stunning Mexican Violetear on South Padre Island! This represents a 5th Cameron County record!

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Photo credit: Nolan Walker

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