Greater Austin

Texas

Greater Austin and the Texas Hill Country host over 420 bird species and are the only place in the world to see the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler, which breeds exclusively in the juniper-oak woodlands of Central Texas. This region is a critical stopover for migrating birds along the Central Flyway and features exceptional year-round birding at world-class locations like Hornsby Bend.

Best Months to Visit

March to May, September to November

Birding Season

Year-round, peak Spring and Fall

Notable Species

Golden-cheeked Warbler Black-capped Vireo Painted Bunting Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Cave Swallow

Top Birding Guides in Greater Austin

Browse our selection of expert birding guides serving the Greater Austin area.

Travis Audubon

5.0

Leading conservation and birding education organization in Central Texas since 1952, offering field trips, guided walks, and personalized birding adventures throughout the Austin area. Provides free weekly bird walks around Austin and Travis County, educational programs including Introduction to Birds and Birding classes, and the renowned Master Birder Program. All experience levels welcome with expert volunteer leaders.

Golden-cheeked Warbler Black-capped Vireo Educational programs

73 years of experience

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Tiffany Kersten - Nature Ninja Birding

4.9

Professional birding guide and record-breaking birder who spotted 726 species in 2021, setting the Lower 48 states Big Year record. Connecting people to nature through birding since 2006, with over a decade as an environmental educator. Offers customized private birding tours throughout Texas including the Austin area, Rio Grande Valley, and Corpus Christi regions. Specializes in helping birders of all levels find target species with expertise in Texas specialties and bird photography. Also leads tours for WINGS Birding Tours.

Texas specialties Golden-cheeked Warbler Bird photography

19 years of experience

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Jesse Huth - Huth Avian Services

4.8

Texas Hill Country-based birding guide with a Master's degree in Poultry Welfare & Behavior from Texas A&M University. Over 18 years of birding experience with expertise in Central Texas specialties including Golden-cheeked Warblers and Black-capped Vireos. Host of 'Squawk Talk' radio show on Wimberley Valley Radio. Offers custom-designed tours from intense Big Days to leisurely photography excursions.

Golden-cheeked Warbler Black-capped Vireo Hill Country specialties

18 years of experience

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Field Guides Birding Tours

5.0

Guide- and staff-owned birding tour company operating high-quality nature tours since 1985 from its headquarters in Austin, Texas. Founded by a team of expert birders including John Rowlett and Rose Ann Rowlett, Field Guides offers more than 150 tours annually to destinations worldwide. With nearly 40,000 participants guided since 1985, the company has built an exceptional reputation for expert leadership, thorough preparation, and intimate knowledge of birding destinations across all continents. Celebrating 40 years of excellence in 2025.

Expert guides Worldwide destinations Small groups

40 years of experience

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Victor Emanuel Nature Tours

5.0

One of the world's most respected birding tour companies, specializing in expert-led nature tours since 1976. Based in Austin, VENT operates over 150 tours annually to destinations worldwide with small groups and superior service. Founded by legendary birder Victor Emanuel, who Roger Tory Peterson said had 'the sharpest eyes in Texas.' Continuing his legacy of excellence in birding education and ecotourism with professional guides and unforgettable experiences.

Expert-led tours Small groups Educational experiences

49 years of experience

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