Armand Bayou Nature Center

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Armand Bayou Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Wood Duck, and Mourning Dove 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

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/6/2026Clear Creek Village1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/4/2026Armand Bayou Nature Ctr. (UTC 081)1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

3/4/2026Little Cedar Bayou Park1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/4/2026US-TX-Pearland-3908 Longherridge Dr 1 observed

Broad-billed Hummingbird

Cynanthus latirostris

3/1/2026Bay Pointe neighborhood (Broad-Billed Hummingbird 2026 stakeout)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

2/27/2026980 Davis Bend Rd, Alvin US-TX 29.41563, -95.272971 observed

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

2/22/2026Pine Gully Park (UTC 079)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

43/6/2026

Snowy Egret

13/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Black Vulture

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

153/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

73/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/6/2026

Purple Martin

23/6/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

23/6/2026

Carolina Wren

123/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

53/6/2026

American Robin

33/6/2026

Cedar Waxwing

303/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Armand Bayou Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Armand Bayou Nature Center for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Armand Bayou Nature Center?
Notable species at Armand Bayou Nature Center include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Wood Duck, Mourning Dove, Laughing Gull, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Armand Bayou Nature Center?
Birding at Armand Bayou Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Armand Bayou Nature Center?
Armand Bayou Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.