Based on 27,830 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Texas, Yellow-crowned Night Heron is most often recorded in April; in Texas it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #13 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-crowned Night Heron in Texas by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Texas in April
Northern Cardinal
Great-tailed Grackle
Northern Mockingbird
White-winged Dove
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Great Egret
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Places to look in Texas
State ParkDinosaur Valley State Park
Botanical GardenSan Antonio Botanical Garden
State ParkGarner State Park
State ParkBrazos Bend State Park
State ParkPedernales Falls State Park
State ParkEnchanted Rock State Natural Area
FAQ
When does Yellow-crowned Night Heron appear in Texas?
Mainly April–September, with the most records in April.
How common is Yellow-crowned Night Heron in Texas?
It ranks #13 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Texas (27,830 records in our sample).