South · Central Flyway
Birds in San Antonio, TX
San Antonio 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 San Antonio
The most frequently seen bird species in San Antonio, Texas. Click any bird for full profiles and location-specific data.
Backyard Birds in San Antonio
Birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens in San Antonio. These species are your best bet for attracting birds to your yard.
Top Bird Watching Spots in San Antonio
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
More than 115,000 acres along the Texas Gulf Coast, established in 1937, and the wintering home of the last wild flock of endangered Whooping Cranes.
High Island (Boy Scout Woods)
Houston Audubon's 60-acre sanctuary one mile from the Gulf; staffed daily from mid-March to early May for spring migration.
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About birding in San Antonio
San Antonio 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 677 species.
Whether you're setting up a backyard feeder in San Antonio or planning a birding trip to Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, this guide covers the most commonly seen species and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in San Antonio, Texas.