Forest birding habitat

Brownsville Landfill - check in at office

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Brownsville Landfill - check in at office is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, Long-billed Curlew, and Laughing Gull 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

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

5/31/2026Resaca de la Palma SP WBC (Brownsville) (LTC 048)2 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/29/2026Primer Campo Pesquero, Tamaulipas, MX (25.817, -97.154)

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/26/2026115 West Pompano Street, South Padre Island, Texas, US (26.099, -97.168)1 observed

Common Yellowthroat (insperata)

Geothlypis trichas

5/19/2026UTRGV—Duckhead (Limited Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Willet

15/31/2026

Laughing Gull

15/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Harris's Hawk

15/31/2026

Crested Caracara

15/31/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

25/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

105/31/2026

Aplomado Falcon

15/29/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

5/29/2026

Muscovy Duck

5/29/2026

Mallard

5/29/2026

Rock Pigeon

5/29/2026

White-winged Dove

5/29/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

25/29/2026

European Starling

5/29/2026

Plain Chachalaca

45/28/2026

Groove-billed Ani

35/28/2026

Greater Roadrunner

15/28/2026

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 Brownsville Landfill - check in at office for birding?
The best months to visit Brownsville Landfill - check in at office for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Brownsville Landfill - check in at office?
Notable species at Brownsville Landfill - check in at office include Eurasian Collared-Dove, Long-billed Curlew, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brownsville Landfill - check in at office?
Birding at Brownsville Landfill - check in at office is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Brownsville Landfill - check in at office?
Brownsville Landfill - check in at office offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.