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Most commonly seen birds in Texas
By Stacker at KVIA ABC-7
· July 15, 2026
· 5 min read
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Stacker compiled a list of the most common birds seen near feeders in Texas using data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Project FeederWatch. Birds are ranked by the percent of sites visited from Apr. 18 to Apr. 30. Ties are broken by the average ...
Key takeaway Project FeederWatch, a citizen science project where participants collect data on birds at their feeders, was founded in Ontario by Erica Dunn and the Long Point Bird Observatory in 1976.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The presence of the White-winged Dove as the third most commonly seen bird in Texas near feeders is notable for El Paso residents, given the city's unique location near the intersection of the Chihuahuan and Sonoran Deserts. This bird's prevalence in Texas, with 69% of sites visited, is the highest among all states, suggesting that El Paso's desert landscape may provide a favorable habitat for this species. The data from Project FeederWatch also highlights the importance of citizen science projects in understanding local bird populations and their trends. For El Pasoans interested in birdwatching or contributing to scientific research, participating in Project FeederWatch can provide valuable insights into the bird species that frequent their backyards and neighborhoods. By examining the types of birds that visit feeders in El Paso, residents can gain a better understanding of the local ecosystem and the factors that influence bird populations in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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Stacker compiled a list of the most common birds seen near feeders in Texas using data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Project FeederWatch. Birds are ranked by the percent of sites visited from Apr. 18 to Apr. 30. Ties are broken by the average ...
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