Magic Ridge
Texas · Southeast
About This Location
Magic Ridge is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 293 species recorded on eBird. This mountain habitat attracts Red-breasted Merganser, White-winged Dove, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Red-breasted Merganser
White-winged Dove
Mourning Dove
Killdeer
Willet
Laughing Gull
Ring-billed Gull
Forster's Tern
Double-crested Cormorant
White Ibis
Roseate Spoonbill
Snowy Egret
Great Egret
Great Blue Heron
Brown Pelican
Black Vulture
Turkey Vulture
Belted Kingfisher
Ladder-backed Woodpecker
Crested Caracara
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.
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