Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds.

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds. is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Cooper's 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/5/2026Medina Dam (HOTE 109)2 observed

Red-naped Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus nuchalis

3/4/2026San Antonio Botanical Garden (HOTE 096)1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/3/2026Westcreek1 observed

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

3/1/2026Fowler Rd, Atascosa US-TX1 observed

Clay-colored Thrush

Turdus grayi

3/1/2026Medina R. Crossing--Cagnon/Ponder Rds. (HOTE 115)1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/1/2026San Antonio KOA Holiday (Salado Creek Greenway)1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

2/28/2026San Antonio Riverwalk area1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/27/2026Espada Park1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

2/27/2026Brackenridge Park (Avenue A & River Rd.)1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/22/2026Woodlawn Lake (HOTE 093)1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

2/21/2026Medina River Natural Area (HOTE 104)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

Killdeer

13/1/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/1/2026

Barred Owl

13/1/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

13/1/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Crested Caracara

13/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

23/1/2026

Great Kiskadee

33/1/2026

White-eyed Vireo

43/1/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

13/1/2026

American Crow

13/1/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/1/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

13/1/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

33/1/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds. for birding?
The best months to visit Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds. for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds.?
Notable species at Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds. include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Cooper's Hawk, Red-shouldered Hawk, Barred Owl. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds.?
Birding at Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds. is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds.?
Medina R. Crossing - Cagnon/Ponder Rds. offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.