How Do You Watch Spring Migratory Birds In The Rio Grande Valley?
In addition to being a great winter birding destination, the Rio Grande Valley of Texas has much to offer in spring. Because the Rio Grande forms the border between the United States and Mexico, you can often find rare Mexican strays that have wandered into the valley. Choose a central location from which to tackle the valley. Most birders like to stay in McAllen or Harlingen, which are close to popular Rio Grande birding spots. There are also many campgrounds located in south Texas. Go to the Brownsville Dump, the only place in North America where you can see the Tamaulipas (formerly “Mexican”) crow. This is a busy, smelly place, and the crows are more abundant in winter than spring, but look among the thousands of birds here and you may be rewarded. Visit the Sabal Palm Grove Sanctuary east of Brownsville, which is owned by the National Audubon Society. The sanctuary is comprised of 172 acres and features a stand of native Texas Sabal palms. During migration, look for warblers and ot
