South · Central Flyway
Birds in El Paso, TX
El Paso is located in Texas. Texas has the second-highest bird diversity in the U.S., spanning Gulf Coast beaches to Chihuahuan Desert.
Common Birds in El Paso
The most frequently seen bird species in El Paso, Texas. Click any bird for full profiles and location-specific data.
Backyard Birds in El Paso
Birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens in El Paso. These species are your best bet for attracting birds to your yard.
Top Bird Watching Spots in El Paso
Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary
Gulf Coast shorebird magnet with thousands of peep and terns.
Santa Ana NWR
Lower Rio Grande Valley—Mexican species at their northern limit.
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About birding in El Paso
El Paso is located in Texas and falls within the South region along the Central Flyway. The city's habitats—coastal, desert, forest, wetland, urban—support a diverse bird population of more than 640 species.
Whether you're setting up a backyard feeder in El Paso or planning a birding trip to Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, this guide covers the most commonly seen species and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in El Paso, Texas.