Bishop City Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bishop City Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/1/2026County Road 12, Corpus Christi, Texas, US (27.601, -97.504)1 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

2/27/2026King Ranch--Santa Gertrudis Unit (CTC 087)1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

2/25/2026King Ranch--Santa Gertrudis Unit (CTC 087)1 observed

Blue-winged x Cinnamon Teal (hybrid)

Spatula discors x cyanoptera

2/25/2026King Ranch--Santa Gertrudis Unit (CTC 087)1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

2/23/2026King Ranch--Santa Gertrudis Unit (CTC 087)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

113/2/2026

Cinnamon Teal

13/2/2026

Northern Shoveler

33/2/2026

Gadwall

43/2/2026

Mottled Duck

33/2/2026

White-winged Dove

33/2/2026

American Coot

83/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

23/2/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

53/2/2026

White Ibis

83/2/2026

Snowy Egret

23/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/2/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

13/2/2026

Couch's Kingbird

13/2/2026

White-eyed Vireo

13/2/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

23/2/2026

Green Jay

13/2/2026

Purple Martin

33/2/2026

European Starling

53/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bishop City Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bishop City Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bishop City Park?
Notable species at Bishop City Park include Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mottled Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bishop City Park?
Birding at Bishop City Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bishop City Park?
Bishop City Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.