Coastal birding habitat

Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 302 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, and Brown Pelican 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

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

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

45/29/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/29/2026

White-winged Dove

75/29/2026

Mourning Dove

35/29/2026

Common Nighthawk

25/29/2026

Chimney Swift

15/29/2026

Killdeer

25/29/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

35/29/2026

Willet

15/29/2026

Laughing Gull

75/29/2026

American Herring Gull

25/29/2026

Caspian Tern

35/29/2026

Forster's Tern

45/29/2026

Common Tern

15/29/2026

Royal Tern

115/29/2026

Magnificent Frigatebird

25/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

25/29/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

15/29/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

35/29/2026

Tricolored Heron

15/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island for birding?
The best months to visit Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island?
Notable species at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island include American Herring Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Brown Pelican, Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Meadowlark. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island?
Birding at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island?
Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.