Challenger 7 Memorial Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Challenger 7 Memorial Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, White Ibis, and Snowy Egret 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

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/5/2026Texas City Dike (UTC 074)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/5/2026Clear Creek Village1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/4/2026Armand Bayou Nature Ctr. (UTC 081)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

33/5/2026

White Ibis

53/5/2026

Snowy Egret

23/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Black Vulture

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

43/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Crested Caracara

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

43/5/2026

American Crow

13/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

43/5/2026

Barn Swallow

13/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

23/5/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

33/5/2026

Carolina Wren

23/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

43/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

123/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/5/2026

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 Challenger 7 Memorial Park for birding?
The best months to visit Challenger 7 Memorial Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Challenger 7 Memorial Park?
Notable species at Challenger 7 Memorial Park include Mourning Dove, White Ibis, Snowy Egret, Great Blue Heron, Black Vulture. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Challenger 7 Memorial Park?
Birding at Challenger 7 Memorial Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Challenger 7 Memorial Park?
Challenger 7 Memorial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.