Journal Entry for 4/6/2026
April is Bird Migration Month in DFW, Texas. In Flower Mound and throughout the Metroplex millions of birds will pass through Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).
Here's What We Can Expect
Birds traveling from Central and South America will arrive in North Texas. These include:
- Warblers - expect to see a colorful variety, including Nashville Warblers, Black & White, and Yellow-Rumped.
- Hummingbirds - People around the Metroplex have already reported seeing Ruby Throated and Black-Chinned Hummingbirds making stops at their feeders.
- By mid-to-late April keep your eyes open for Buntings! The vibrant Painted Bunting and Indigo Bunting are absolutely gorgeous!
- Flycathers and Vireos - These are the iconic Texas Tail Streamers, officially known as Scissor-Tailed Flycatchers.
- Shorebirds - You will most likely see American Golden-Plovers and Upland Sandpipers in local Lake Lewisville and Lake Ray Hubbard.
Forecasting Migration
Current forecast: Heavy nights in DFW! Residents can expect hundreds of thousands of birds to fly over in a single evening.
The Peak:
The critical peak period in North Texas is between April 22 - May 12. Over a billion birds will cross the State of Texas.
Declined Population: North American bird populations have declined as reported in BirdCast by 30% since 1970 due to Light Pollution. Throughout the month of April Conservationists are pushing "Lights Out Texas," to save the bird population. Turn off non-essential lights between 11:00 PM and 6:00 am to help birds navigate safely.
For expert advice visit Wild Birds Unlimited at 2704 Cross Timbers in Flower Mound. Check website for hours of operation. They specialize in bringing people and nature together selling natural products.
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