Forest birding habitat

Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, and Harris's Hawk 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

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/30/2026Edinburg Scenic Wetlands WBC (LTC 061)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/28/2026Edinburg Scenic Wetlands WBC (LTC 061)1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

5/27/2026Edinburg Scenic Wetlands WBC (LTC 061)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/24/2026Camp McAllen1 observed

Audubon's Oriole

Icterus graduacauda

5/24/2026LRGV NWR--East Lake Unit (LTC 009)1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)2 observed

Hudsonian Godwit

Limosa haemastica

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)4 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)2 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)1 observed

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

5/23/2026Delta Lake (LTC 008)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/29/2026

Northern Bobwhite

25/29/2026

Common Ground Dove

85/29/2026

Mourning Dove

545/29/2026

Groove-billed Ani

15/29/2026

Greater Roadrunner

15/29/2026

White Ibis

25/29/2026

White-faced Ibis

255/29/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/29/2026

Snowy Egret

15/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

55/29/2026

Harris's Hawk

25/29/2026

White-tailed Hawk

15/29/2026

Swainson's Hawk

15/29/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

25/29/2026

Crested Caracara

45/29/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Great Kiskadee

15/29/2026

Couch's Kingbird

75/29/2026

Western Kingbird

15/29/2026

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 Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186 for birding?
The best months to visit Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186?
Notable species at Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186 include Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Harris's Hawk, Golden-fronted Woodpecker, Crested Caracara. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186?
Birding at Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186?
Brushline Road - FM490 to FM186 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.