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Mar
23
2025
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By Michael Mathews
Decline of North America’s Bird Over the Past 50 Years

Decline of North America’s Bird Over the Past 50 Years

Educational, News - Texas Birds,
Texas Parks and Wildlife - Panhandle Wildlife - TPWD District 2 ontSderposcurt4t 1g771P7aaMai1hg 7u:uMig5t13hfmli718 f70f09   ·  The major decline of North America's birds over the last 50+ years has caused major concern among conservationists and bird enthusiasts. Biologists in the Panhandle District are especially concerned about the conservation of grassland birds. Contact your local TPWD biologist if you'd like to learn more about what you can do to help grassland birds and other wildlife on your property.https://www.stateofthebirds.org/2025/executive-summary/ https://tpwd.texas.gov/.../hab.../find-a-wildlife-biologist
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Mar
19
2025
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By Michael Mathews
Where to Bird in West Texas: Big Views, Bigger Skies, and Birds You Never Saw Coming

Where to Bird in West Texas: Big Views, Bigger Skies, and Birds You Never Saw Coming

Birding Locations,
Before you grab your binocs and chase that next lifer, just a quick note: this list highlights some of the most popular birding locations in the region, with only the basics to get you started. Think of it as a beginner’s guide for your next birdy road trip. We’re working on adding even more locations, juicy details, seasonal tips, and probably a few “you had to be there” birder stories. And hey—if you’re out exploring Texas, keep an eye out for Michael in the Texas Birder camper. He’s crisscrossing the state one birding hotspot at a time, likely parked under…
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Feb
05
2025
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By Matt
The 5 Best Field Guides to Birds for Every Texas Birder

The 5 Best Field Guides to Birds for Every Texas Birder

Educational, Reviews,
Must haves . . . If you’re serious about birding—or even just bird-curious—a good field guide is essential. Sure, birding apps are handy, but there’s something about flipping through a well-worn bird book, matching that mystery bird in your backyard to a perfect illustration. Here in Texas, where the birding is rich and diverse, having the right field guide can make all the difference between confidently ID-ing that flash of feathers and muttering, “It was…uh…small? And kinda brown?” So, whether you're spotting your first Painted Bunting or adding to your ever-growing life list, here are the five best bird field…
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Jan
21
2025
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By Michael Mathews
Top Ten The Best Places in Texas to Go Birding: High Island – A Birder’s Paradise

Top Ten The Best Places in Texas to Go Birding: High Island – A Birder’s Paradise

Birding, Birding Locations,
If you’ve ever wondered where the best place in Texas to go birding is, the answer is simple: pack your binoculars, slap on some sunscreen, and head to High Island, Texas. This tiny town on the upper Gulf Coast is where birders’ dreams come true every spring. Think of it as Disney World for birders—minus the roller coasters but with far more feathers. Why High Island? High Island sits on a salt dome that rises just enough above the Gulf Coast marshes to create woodlands and freshwater sanctuaries. This makes it the first “green oasis” migrating birds see after flying…
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