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Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access)

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Eastern MeadowlarkDickcisselGrasshopper SparrowNorthern HarrierBobolink

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tropical Parula

Setophaga pitiayumi

3/5/2026Kluge/Longwood Retention Basin1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/5/20261203 Provident Oaks Ln, Houston US-TX 29.75953, -95.612081 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/5/202624703 Millers Lane, Katy, Texas, US (29.866, -95.802)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/4/2026Addicks Reservoir--S. Levee area1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/4/2026Kluge/Longwood Retention Basin1 observed

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

3/4/2026" Oceania Ct1 observed

Common Ground Dove

Columbina passerina

3/3/2026Bear Creek Park (UTC 097)3 observed

Spotted Towhee

Pipilo maculatus

3/1/202615503 Mound Creek Road, Waller, Texas, US (29.982, -95.895)1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

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

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access)?▼
Notable species at Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access) include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access)?▼
Birding at Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access)?▼
Katy Prairie Conserv. - Nelson Farms E.(limited access) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.