Wetland birding habitat

Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 284 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, and White-tailed Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sooty Tern

Onychoprion fuscatus

5/31/2026Rockport Beach Park1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

5/29/2026Rockport Demo Bird Garden & Wetlands Pond (CTC 050)2 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/28/2026Copano causeway1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

5/22/2026Highway 35 N, Rockport US-TX 28.27341, -96.959672 observed

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

5/21/2026Goose Island SP (CTC 048)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

25/26/2026

Common Nighthawk

25/26/2026

Black Vulture

15/26/2026

Cliff Swallow

35/26/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/26/2026

White-tailed Hawk

15/26/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/26/2026

Laughing Gull

25/26/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

25/26/2026

Black-necked Stilt

15/24/2026

Black Tern

225/22/2026

Snowy Egret

15/22/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

275/22/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

25/22/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/22/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit?
Notable species at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit include Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, White-tailed Hawk, Crested Caracara, American Kestrel. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit?
Birding at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit?
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge - Tatton Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.