Forest birding habitat

Black Point (Bayside)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Black Point (Bayside) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Plover, Spotted Sandpiper, and Lesser Yellowlegs 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

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

7/16/2026Welder Wildlife Foundation--HQ (restricted access)1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

7/12/2026Welder Wildlife Foundation--HQ (restricted access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

27/10/2026

Mottled Duck

67/10/2026

Black-necked Stilt

167/10/2026

Marbled Godwit

47/10/2026

Willet

27/10/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/10/2026

Laughing Gull

187/10/2026

Least Tern

157/10/2026

Gull-billed Tern

47/10/2026

Forster's Tern

57/10/2026

Sandwich Tern

17/10/2026

Royal Tern

107/10/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

87/10/2026

Tricolored Heron

27/10/2026

Reddish Egret

27/10/2026

Snowy Egret

97/10/2026

Great Egret

67/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/10/2026

Killdeer

27/9/2026

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 Black Point (Bayside) for birding?
The best months to visit Black Point (Bayside) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Black Point (Bayside)?
Notable species at Black Point (Bayside) include Black-bellied Plover, Spotted Sandpiper, Lesser Yellowlegs, Willet, Dunlin. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Black Point (Bayside)?
Birding at Black Point (Bayside) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Black Point (Bayside)?
Black Point (Bayside) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.