A Flock of Passionate Texas Birders with Binoculars, Bug Spray, and Big Opinions
We are a small but mighty group of dedicated, energetic, and ever-so-slightly obsessed birders. While other folks sleep in on weekends or spend their free time doing sensible things like laundry or taxes, we’re out at sunrise, peering into thickets, wading through wetlands, and whispering sweet nothings to warblers. Our idea of a good time involves hiking boots, field guides, and the thrill of spotting that one elusive bird we swore we’d get “next time.”
Who are we?
We come from all walks of life—teachers, writers, photographers, scientists, retirees, and everything in between. Some of us have been birding for decades; others are relatively new but have fallen in headfirst, binoculars swinging. What we all share is an insatiable curiosity and a deep love for the birds of Texas—and for sharing that love with others.
What do we do?
We bird. A lot. We lead field trips, wander wildlife management areas, check the same patch five times in a week just in case, and keep our eBird lists unnervingly up to date. We host and attend workshops, write guides, photograph everything that flies (and a few things that don’t), and try very hard not to start arguments over whether a flycatcher was definitely a Least or maybe a Willow.
But we’re not just in it for ourselves. The Texas Birder community exists to help others fall in love with birding too. Whether you’re brand new and wondering which binoculars to buy, or a seasoned lister chasing your next life bird, we’re here to help. We offer ID tips, equipment reviews, trip recommendations, photography resources, and a sense of camaraderie that only a shared addiction to birds can bring.
Our mission:
- To inspire people across Texas (and beyond) to discover the joy of birding.
- To educate birders of all experience levels through blogs, photos, field reports, and helpful how-tos.
- To build community by connecting birders through field trips, meet-ups, events, and online collaboration.
- To advocate for the birds and the habitats they rely on—because conservation starts with awareness.
Why Texas?
Because everything’s bigger here—including the birding. From the coastlines and prairies to pineywoods and deserts, Texas is one of the most bird-rich places in North America. Migration hotspots like High Island, breeding grounds in the Hill Country, and secret gems in East Texas give us year-round reasons to grab our gear and go exploring.
Why us?
Because we take birding seriously—but not too seriously. We believe in helping one another, laughing at our mistakes (looking at you, “vulture that turned out to be a plastic bag”), and celebrating every new birder who joins the flock. We’re not here to impress you—we’re here to bird with you.
So if you’ve ever craned your neck to ID a backyard bird, pulled over for a hawk on a fence post, or whispered “was that a Yellow-throated Warbler??” in a parking lot—you’re one of us already. Welcome to Texas Birder.
