Starr County Park (Falcon Heights)

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Starr County Park (Falcon Heights) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Vermilion Flycatcher, Northern Bobwhite, and Scaled Quail among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Vermilion Flycatcher Northern Bobwhite Scaled Quail Common Pauraque Crested Caracara

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

3/6/202642-74 Park Avenue, Roma, Texas, US (26.582, -99.157)1 observed

Rose-throated Becard

Pachyramphus aglaiae

3/6/2026Santa Margarita Ranch (LTC 079) (restricted access - guided groups only)2 observed

Brown Jay

Cyanocorax morio

3/6/2026Santa Margarita Ranch (LTC 079) (restricted access - guided groups only)5 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Santa Margarita Ranch (LTC 079) (restricted access - guided groups only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mexican Duck

43/5/2026

Plain Chachalaca

63/5/2026

Northern Bobwhite

43/5/2026

Inca Dove

23/5/2026

White-tipped Dove

13/5/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

23/5/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

13/5/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

13/5/2026

Curve-billed Thrasher

33/5/2026

Long-billed Thrasher

33/5/2026

Clay-colored Thrush

13/5/2026

Olive Sparrow

13/5/2026

Black-throated Sparrow

23/5/2026

Lincoln's Sparrow

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

53/5/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

63/5/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Starr County Park (Falcon Heights) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Starr County Park (Falcon Heights) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Starr County Park (Falcon Heights)?▼

Notable species at Starr County Park (Falcon Heights) include Vermilion Flycatcher, Northern Bobwhite, Scaled Quail, Common Pauraque, Crested Caracara. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Starr County Park (Falcon Heights)?▼

Birding at Starr County Park (Falcon Heights) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Starr County Park (Falcon Heights)?▼

Starr County Park (Falcon Heights) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.