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Trails Nature Harlingen Arroyo Colorado
Trails Nature Harlingen Arroyo Colorado
Harlingen Arroyo Colorado
Tuesday, 25 August 2009 03:00 | 
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Harlingen Arroyo Colorado
(Hugh Ramsey Park)
Address - 1001 S. Loop 499, Harligen, TX 78550
Phone Number: (956) 427-8873
Rare Bird Alert: (956) 584-2731
Operation Hours: Nature Trails open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset.
Admission: Free
Website: www.worldbirdingcenter.com
Harlingen's wing of the World Bird Center is better known as Hugh Ramsey Park. Although it is in proximity to Harlingen's airport and a major interstate, it remains a safe-haven for birds like the Green and Ringed Kingfishers, Common Pauraque, Grooved-billed Ani, Long-billed Thrasher, Olive Sparrow, and the endangered Red Crowned Parrots.
During my visit to the park, I was fortunate enough to witness a bird and a snake in what appeared to be a fight. To my surprise, the extremely small bird was the aggressor. On that same trail I also enjoyed watching a rabbit in search of a meal. Although I enjoyed visiting the park alone, I strongly recommend visiting the park with at least another person. The heavy brushed trails are great for bird watching, but not for security. The trail is also a decent place to hike and bike.
Last Updated (Monday, 19 October 2009 19:49)
