Birds you’ll see in San Antonio, TX

Whether you’re a “wake up to the sound of birds” type, or a “please be quiet I’m trying to sleep” type, we’re all getting a new soundtrack to our Texas mornings.

Here’s the pitch: imagine getting out of bed, sitting out on the patio, or going for a hike. Instead of just a bunch of noise, you hear the songs of a green heron or wood duck. You could even learn their colors, habits, and favorite foods.

The upshot: You should really get into birdwatching.

You could wing it, or…

A little bit of preparation goes a long way — i.e., you don’t need to drop your tax return on binos (although it couldn’t hurt to look ).

What might help:

• A field guide. Instead of trying to name them all on your own, bring a physical guide like Texas Parks & Wildlife’s printable document or an app like Merlin . If you bring your favorite local newsletter, too, we wouldn’t hate it.
• Bird food. A backyard or window feeder brings the birds to you. Try Wild Birds Unlimited at 14602 Huebner Road, Ste. 114.
• Your new best birdie. Local experts + hobbyists will love to show you the ropes. Link up with the San Antonio Audubon Society , Mitchell Lake Audubon Center , or Bexar Audubon Society so you don’t fly solo.

Can’t get enough of the feather-fun? Check out this tweet-worthy event:

Migratory Bird Fest | Sat., May 14 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center | Free | In celebration of spring migration, take the family to enjoy games, crafts, vendors + more. 🐦

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