Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, and Red-shouldered Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Black Vulture Turkey Vulture Red-shouldered Hawk Red-tailed Hawk Downy Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

3/4/2026Brazos Bend SP (UTC 117)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/3/2026Home Backyard1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

3/2/2026Cullinan Park, Sugar Land (UTC 095)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

2/28/2026Brazos Bend SP Elm Lake1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

2/28/20262038 Beasley West End Rd, Beasley US, Tx (Private Residence)1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

2/26/2026Rich & Sandy Jespersen's home1 observed

Blue-winged x Cinnamon Teal (hybrid)

Spatula discors x cyanoptera

2/26/2026Cullinan Park, Sugar Land (UTC 095)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black Vulture

43/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

123/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Crested Caracara

33/1/2026

American Kestrel

13/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

23/1/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

13/1/2026

American Crow

13/1/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/1/2026

Carolina Wren

13/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

43/1/2026

Savannah Sparrow

23/1/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

52/21/2026

Mourning Dove

112/21/2026

Sandhill Crane

22/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area for birding?▼

The best months to visit Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area?▼

Notable species at Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area include Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area?▼

Birding at Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area?▼

Fort Bend County - Davis Estates rd. area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.