Texas A&M University Ecology & Natural Resource area

30.57118 , -96.36668

United States of America (USA)

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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 30.5712/-96.3667 (2021-02-17 16:34:14 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Texas A&M University Ecology & Natural Resource Area" (2021-02-17 16:34:14 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Yellow-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus)
Chuck-will's-widow (Antrostomus carolinensis)
American Woodcock (Scolopax minor)
Western Kingbird (Tyrannus verticalis)
LeConte's Sparrow (Ammospiza leconteii)
Magnolia Warbler (Setophaga magnolia)
Blackburnian Warbler (Setophaga fusca)
Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris)

Chuck-will's-widow (Antrostomus carolinensis) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:46:22)

Magnolia Warbler (Setophaga magnolia) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:45:52)

Western Kingbird (Tyrannus verticalis) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:45:21)

Blackburnian Warbler (Setophaga fusca) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:45:05)

Yellow-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:44:53)

LeConte's Sparrow (Ammospiza leconteii) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:44:27)

Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:44:12)

American Woodcock (Scolopax minor) was added by Rhett Raibley (2021-09-04 00:44:00)

  • Timing and strategy

This extremely underbirded location is prime location for a variety of species, based on its diverse habitat types.  Minimal birding over the past year already uncovered a Lazuli Bunting and healthy populations of American Woodcock and LeConte's Sparrows.  It should be birded all seasons, to expand data.  Migration has proven to be fruitful, with many warblers and flycatchers.

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Rhett Raibley on 2021-09-04 00:34
This extremely underbirded location is prime location for a variety of species, based on its diverse habitat types.  Minimal birding over the past year already uncovered a Lazuli Bunting and healthy populations of American Woodcock and LeConte's Sparrows.  It should be birded all seasons, to expand data.  Migration has proven to be fruitful, with many warblers and flycatchers.
  • How to get there

Turn onto Nuclear Science Road from George Bush Drive. Drive around the airport and turn onto Fishtank Road.  Park near the small building next to the gate, and walk in.  There is no car entry past this point unless specified by caretakers.

Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.

Edited by Rhett Raibley on 2021-09-04 00:36
Turn onto Nuclear Science Road from George Bush Drive. Drive around the airport and turn onto Fishtank Road.  Park near the small building next to the gate, and walk in.  There is no car entry past this point unless specified by caretakers.

No fee. Open year-round, sunrise to sunset.

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• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
• opening hours / opening season
• other restrictions

Note that this section should only contain information on how to ACCESS (= enter) a site. Info on how to REACH a site should be added to "How to get there" section.

Edited by Rhett Raibley on 2021-09-04 00:37
No fee. Open year-round, sunrise to sunset.
  • Other attractions

None

Add information about other attractions at this site, including
• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Rhett Raibley on 2021-09-04 00:38
None

None

Provide information about what type of facilities are available at
or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Rhett Raibley on 2021-09-04 00:38
None

Watch out for poison ivy and venomous snakes. Mosquitoes will be around most of the time as well.

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

Edited by Rhett Raibley on 2021-09-04 00:39
Watch out for poison ivy and venomous snakes. Mosquitoes will be around most of the time as well.
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