Top Wildlife Attractions Near Tanglewood at Bentsen Palm

One of the greatest advantages of buying new homes in Mission, TX is the abundance of wildlife that lives all around. At Bentsen Palm homeowners are encouraged to create natural habitats that support local wildlife in their own yards. For an even better view of the diverse animal kingdom in the Rio Grande Valley visit these nearby wildlife attractions.

The World Birding Center Headquarters

World Birding Center Headquarters at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is the premier place for seeing the largest variety of birds in the U.S. The park along with adjoining refuge tracts offers birders over 1,460 acres to explore. The bilingual center has guided tours, seminars and an open exhibit hall year round.

National Butterfly Center

You may have noticed that Mission, TX is home to more than 300 butterfly species – 150 of which can only be found in the Rio Grande Valley. That’s why it’s home to the National Butterfly Center. It features the largest botanical native plant garden in the country that spans 100 acres. The center offers an educational experience that takes you from indoor exhibits to the natural habitats of rare butterflies.

Anzalduas Park

Just south of Bentsen Palm outdoor adventurers can kayak and canoe along the Mexico/US border at Anzalduas Park. While there you’ll get a glimpse of wildlife above and below the water.

Buying a piece of McAllen area real estate offers you the opportunity to support natural habitats for the variety of wildlife that make the region so unique. Come by Tanglewood at Bentsen Palm to tour available homes and homesites today!