Forest birding habitat

Bob Road, Bolivar

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bob Road, Bolivar is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 255 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Plover, Killdeer, and Short-billed Dowitcher 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/1/2026Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge, Anahuac US-TX (29.6137,-94.5455)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/31/2026High Island--Smith Oaks Sanctuary (UTC 052)2 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/30/2026Smith Point--James H. Robbins Park1 observed

Sandwich Tern (Cabot's x Cayenne)

Thalasseus sandvicensis

5/30/2026Port Bolivar beach SE of ferry landing1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

5/29/2026Galveston Bay-- Vingt-Et-Un Islands (Chambers Co.)1 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

5/29/2026Galveston Bay-- Vingt-Et-Un Islands (Chambers Co.)3 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

5/29/2026Galveston Bay-- Vingt-Et-Un Islands (Chambers Co.)2 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

5/24/2026Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary--Rettilon Rd1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

5/23/2026Bolivar-High Island Shorebird Survey Start1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

55/31/2026

Green Heron

15/31/2026

Purple Martin

55/31/2026

European Starling

15/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

45/31/2026

Rock Pigeon

35/31/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/31/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

35/31/2026

Black-bellied Plover

15/31/2026

Killdeer

35/31/2026

Semipalmated Plover

35/31/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

75/31/2026

Marbled Godwit

15/31/2026

Willet

125/31/2026

Forster's Tern

45/31/2026

Sandwich Tern

65/31/2026

Royal Tern

25/31/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

65/31/2026

White Ibis

25/31/2026

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